Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:06:00 +0100Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:10:56 +0100https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-archive© 2026 Radio Prague InternationalRadio Prague International - latest broadcast in EnglishenNewscr@radio.cz (Cesky Rozhlas)webmaster@radio.cz (CRo Webmaster) https://english.radio.cz/?timestamp= https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-archive Radio Prague International Radio Prague International radio.prague.int@gmail.com clean 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 https://english.radio.cz/hasek-demands-laws-block-russian-athletes-and-czech-military-must-prepare-8901618 Sports great Hašek demands laws to block Russian athletes, Czech military must prepare for prolonged war but lacks the funding and Egon Bondy’s 1970s novel Unsound Siblings gets English translation. Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:06:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8901618 Sports great Hašek demands laws to block Russian athletes, Czech military must prepare for prolonged war but lacks the funding and Egon Bondy’s 1970s novel Unsound Siblings gets English translation. 00:29:30https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-11012026-8901489Broadcast in English - 11/01/2026Sun, 01 Nov 2026 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8901489Broadcast in English - 11/01/2026https://english.radio.cz/czech-statehood-and-moravian-identity-president-pavels-speech-and-a-question-8901435 In this weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we mark the anniversary of the founding of independent Czechoslovakia with President Petr Pavel's October 28 speech, presented in full in English translation. We then explore the question of Moravian identity: why do some people still identify strongly as Moravians, even though the historical border between Bohemia and Moravia has long since lost its administrative significance? Through conversations with ordinary people, a former Moravian political leader and a historian, we examine what it means to be Moravian in today's Czechia. Sat, 31 Oct 2026 15:02:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8901435 In this weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we mark the anniversary of the founding of independent Czechoslovakia with President Petr Pavel's October 28 speech, presented in full in English translation. We then explore the question of Moravian identity: why do some people still identify strongly as Moravians, even though the historical border between Bohemia and Moravia has long since lost its administrative significance? Through conversations with ordinary people, a former Moravian political leader and a historian, we examine what it means to be Moravian in today's Czechia. 00:27:22https://english.radio.cz/news-juvenile-violence-kumar-vishwanathan-interview-8901403 News, juvenile violence on the rise -schools strengthen crisis-response training, Kumar Vishwanathan on three decades of supporting Roma in Czechia  Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:55:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8901403 News, juvenile violence on the rise -schools strengthen crisis-response training, Kumar Vishwanathan on three decades of supporting Roma in Czechia  00:28:13https://english.radio.cz/news-mp-quits-ano-coalition-retains-solid-majority-leading-czech-palliative-care-8901288 News, MP quits ANO but coalition retains solid majority, leading Czech palliative care NGO holds anniversary auction Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:10:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8901288 News, MP quits ANO but coalition retains solid majority, leading Czech palliative care NGO holds anniversary auction 00:27:15https://english.radio.cz/geraldine-manolas-preserving-legacy-czechoslovak-war-veterans-andreas-halskov-8901089 Geraldine Manolas on preserving the legacy of Czechoslovak war veterans,  Andreas Halskov on the genius of Miloš Forman Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:59:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8901089 Geraldine Manolas on preserving the legacy of Czechoslovak war veterans,  Andreas Halskov on the genius of Miloš Forman 00:29:01https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-10272026-8901143Broadcast in English - 10/27/2026Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:35:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8901143Broadcast in English - 10/27/202600:27:22https://english.radio.cz/public-media-funding-8901025 The Babiš government’s fast-tracking of legislation to end license fees and fund Czech Television and Czech Radio from the state budget sparked protests at the weekend. Ian Willoughby discussed the situation in Pundit series with political scientist Jiří Pehe and Vít Pohanka prepared a report from demonstrations in two of the country's biggest cities. Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:24:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8901025 The Babiš government’s fast-tracking of legislation to end license fees and fund Czech Television and Czech Radio from the state budget sparked protests at the weekend. Ian Willoughby discussed the situation in Pundit series with political scientist Jiří Pehe and Vít Pohanka prepared a report from demonstrations in two of the country's biggest cities. 00:28:23https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-10252026-8900911Broadcast in English - 10/25/2026Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8900911Broadcast in English - 10/25/2026https://english.radio.cz/two-cities-two-stories-discovering-spirit-ostrava-and-cesky-krumlov-8900757 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we revisit two reports recorded during the COVID pandemic, exploring the distinctive character of two very different Czech cities. Singer-songwriter Jaromír Nohavica reflects on his hometown of Ostrava, its industrial heritage and transformation. In picturesque Český Krumlov, artist Jana Pešková and radio documentary maker Ivan Studený recall how mass tourism changed their town and its atmosphere. Sat, 24 Oct 2026 23:40:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8900757 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we revisit two reports recorded during the COVID pandemic, exploring the distinctive character of two very different Czech cities. Singer-songwriter Jaromír Nohavica reflects on his hometown of Ostrava, its industrial heritage and transformation. In picturesque Český Krumlov, artist Jana Pešková and radio documentary maker Ivan Studený recall how mass tourism changed their town and its atmosphere. 00:27:05https://english.radio.cz/gratias-agit-awards-2026-egon-bondy-novel-unsound-siblings-gets-english-8900825 Gratias Agit Awards 2026: from preserving veterans’ legacy to promoting Czech music, Unsound Siblings: 1970s Egon Bondy novel gets English translation, More than tricks: How Czech freeskiers built a community on and off the slopes Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:54:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8900825 Gratias Agit Awards 2026: from preserving veterans’ legacy to promoting Czech music, Unsound Siblings: 1970s Egon Bondy novel gets English translation, More than tricks: How Czech freeskiers built a community on and off the slopes 00:27:25https://english.radio.cz/news-el-nino-hit-czechs-wallet-jihlava-30-documentaries-changed-world-kingdom-8900711 News, unprecedented El Niño to hit Czechs in the wallet, Ji.hlava at 30: Documentaries that changed the world, Kingdom Come: Deliverance star Luke Dale on becoming a Prague “innkeeper” Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:34:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8900711 News, unprecedented El Niño to hit Czechs in the wallet, Ji.hlava at 30: Documentaries that changed the world, Kingdom Come: Deliverance star Luke Dale on becoming a Prague “innkeeper” 00:28:16https://english.radio.cz/news-arttherapy-gaining-ground-czechia-czech-crop-invention-heads-european-farms-8900597 News, Czech galleries explore art’s potential to improve mental health, Czech crop invention heads to European farms through British partnership Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:28:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8900597 News, Czech galleries explore art’s potential to improve mental health, Czech crop invention heads to European farms through British partnership 00:26:24https://english.radio.cz/news-historic-spitfire-returns-czechia-after-decades-abroad-exhibition-documents-8900536 News, historic Spitfire returns to Czechia after decades abroad, exhibition documents Sigmund Freud’s childhood in his hometown of Příbor, Moravia Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:13:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8900536 News, historic Spitfire returns to Czechia after decades abroad, exhibition documents Sigmund Freud’s childhood in his hometown of Příbor, Moravia 00:28:13https://english.radio.cz/anos-senate-disaster-virtual-reconstruction-abandoned-mine-and-small-8900414 ANO failed to take a single constituency in second round run-offs to one-third of the seats in the Senate, virtual reconstruction of the Rolava-Sauersack tin mine and the history and future of one of the most distinctive and unique features of Czech public life: 11 million inhabitants divided into more than 6,200 municipalities. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:42:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8900414 ANO failed to take a single constituency in second round run-offs to one-third of the seats in the Senate, virtual reconstruction of the Rolava-Sauersack tin mine and the history and future of one of the most distinctive and unique features of Czech public life: 11 million inhabitants divided into more than 6,200 municipalities. 00:28:57https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-10182026-8900294Broadcast in English - 10/18/2026Sun, 18 Oct 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8900294Broadcast in English - 10/18/2026https://english.radio.cz/working-vaclav-havel-alexander-vondra-man-behind-presidency-8900199 How did Václav Havel lead, and did power change him? In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, Alexander Vondra recalls the dissident playwright who became president—and the friend he knew after his years at Prague Castle. Marking what would have been Václav Havel’s 90th birthday, we return to our interview in a longer version, exploring his character, his painstaking approach to speeches and the demands of political life. Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:04:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8900199 How did Václav Havel lead, and did power change him? In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, Alexander Vondra recalls the dissident playwright who became president—and the friend he knew after his years at Prague Castle. Marking what would have been Václav Havel’s 90th birthday, we return to our interview in a longer version, exploring his character, his painstaking approach to speeches and the demands of political life. 00:26:24https://english.radio.cz/health-ministry-planning-financial-incentive-preventive-screenings-pavel-haas-8900204 Health Ministry planning financial incentive for preventive screenings, critics skeptical, “It’s unbelievable”: Pavel Haas Quartet wins latest Gramophone prize with Martinů: String Quartets, “There was no censorship”: Tomki Němec on photographing Václav Havel Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:32:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8900204 Health Ministry planning financial incentive for preventive screenings, critics skeptical, “It’s unbelievable”: Pavel Haas Quartet wins latest Gramophone prize with Martinů: String Quartets, “There was no censorship”: Tomki Němec on photographing Václav Havel 00:28:08https://english.radio.cz/ministry-and-arts-community-odds-first-orange-breasted-fig-parrot-bred-czechia-8900068 Many in culture sphere in Czechia angered over new state arts policy; parrot breeding success for Prague Zoo. Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:17:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8900068 Many in culture sphere in Czechia angered over new state arts policy; parrot breeding success for Prague Zoo. 00:29:59https://english.radio.cz/news-signalfest-climate-change-threatens-krkonose-mountain-tundra-amanita-design-8900009 News, Signalfest -Dreams and Visions, Climate change threatens rare Krkonoše mountain tundra, Amanita Design announces a sequel to Machinarium  Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:09:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8900009 News, Signalfest -Dreams and Visions, Climate change threatens rare Krkonoše mountain tundra, Amanita Design announces a sequel to Machinarium  00:27:17https://english.radio.cz/cardiovascular-research-award-charity-soup-helps-and-migrating-birds-crossroad-8899893 Young Brno scientist wins international award for early detection of heart failure, Soup that Helps: A local tradition with a charitable purpose, Czechia: a crossroads for Europe's migrating birds. Tue, 13 Oct 2026 13:59:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8899893 Young Brno scientist wins international award for early detection of heart failure, Soup that Helps: A local tradition with a charitable purpose, Czechia: a crossroads for Europe's migrating birds. 00:28:51https://english.radio.cz/news-municipal-elections-bila-pastelka-charity-drive-blind-martin-plesar-8899807 News, municipal elections, Bílá pastelka charity drive for the blind,  Martin Plesar of HairMates  Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:33:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8899807 News, municipal elections, Bílá pastelka charity drive for the blind,  Martin Plesar of HairMates  00:27:43https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-10112026-8899653Broadcast in English - 10/11/2026Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8899653Broadcast in English - 10/11/2026https://english.radio.cz/palestinian-voices-challenge-czech-views-israel-and-gaza-8899525 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we hear from two Palestinians with close ties to Czechia about the devastating war in Gaza and its impact on Czech public debate. Lamis Bartušková Khalilová and anthropologist Yasar Abu Ghosh express deep disappointment with what they see as a lack of solidarity with Palestinian civilians among Czech politicians and in much of the Czech media. Sat, 10 Oct 2026 13:25:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8899525 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we hear from two Palestinians with close ties to Czechia about the devastating war in Gaza and its impact on Czech public debate. Lamis Bartušková Khalilová and anthropologist Yasar Abu Ghosh express deep disappointment with what they see as a lack of solidarity with Palestinian civilians among Czech politicians and in much of the Czech media. 00:29:21https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-10092026-8899571Broadcast in English - 10/09/2026Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:35:02 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8899571Broadcast in English - 10/09/202600:29:02https://english.radio.cz/news-president-pavel-skip-local-elections-exhibition-puts-czechoslovakias-8899431 News, President Pavel to skip local elections, exhibition puts Czechoslovakia’s forgotten lamp designers in the spotlight, Václav Havel's former spokesperson Ladislav Špacek shares his memories of the late Czech president. Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:56:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8899431 News, President Pavel to skip local elections, exhibition puts Czechoslovakia’s forgotten lamp designers in the spotlight, Václav Havel's former spokesperson Ladislav Špacek shares his memories of the late Czech president. 00:28:49https://english.radio.cz/news-czechs-frankfurt-book-fair-ivan-klima-book-interview-midnight-swimmers-8899352 News, Czechs at Frankfurt Book Fair, Ivan Klima book, interview with Midnight Swimmers frontman Stanislav Chyzhman. Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:16:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8899352 News, Czechs at Frankfurt Book Fair, Ivan Klima book, interview with Midnight Swimmers frontman Stanislav Chyzhman. 00:29:16https://english.radio.cz/czech-media-unite-against-threats-journalists-designblok-director-vaclav-havel-8899247 Czech media unite against threats to journalists and restrictions on information, Designblok director on Václav Havel, light as a symbol of hope and the festival’s biggest edition yet, Czech archaeologists comb site of former Soviet Gulag in Kazakhstan that held Czechs and Slovaks Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:07:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8899247 Czech media unite against threats to journalists and restrictions on information, Designblok director on Václav Havel, light as a symbol of hope and the festival’s biggest edition yet, Czech archaeologists comb site of former Soviet Gulag in Kazakhstan that held Czechs and Slovaks 00:27:32https://english.radio.cz/news-bill-clinton-remembers-vaclav-havel-czech-researchers-find-3d-materials-not-8899146 News, Bill Clinton remembers Vaclav Havel, Czech researchers find that 3D materials not always safe, Alexander Vondra on his years with Havel  Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:32:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8899146 News, Bill Clinton remembers Vaclav Havel, Czech researchers find that 3D materials not always safe, Alexander Vondra on his years with Havel  00:27:54https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-10042026-8899007Broadcast in English - 10/04/2026Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8899007Broadcast in English - 10/04/2026https://english.radio.cz/what-can-czech-literature-tell-foreign-readers-about-czechia-8898876 Next week, Czechia will be Guest of Honour at the Frankfurt Book Fair under the motto Czechia: A Country on the Coast. Ahead of the event, we meet Belgian intellectual-property lawyer and passionate reader Bart van Besien, whose Bookmarked Places project explores countries through literature. He tells us how visits to Czechia led him to discover writers including Bohumil Hrabal, Jiří Weil and Marek Šindelka – and what their books have taught him about the country. Sat, 03 Oct 2026 10:12:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8898876 Next week, Czechia will be Guest of Honour at the Frankfurt Book Fair under the motto Czechia: A Country on the Coast. Ahead of the event, we meet Belgian intellectual-property lawyer and passionate reader Bart van Besien, whose Bookmarked Places project explores countries through literature. He tells us how visits to Czechia led him to discover writers including Bohumil Hrabal, Jiří Weil and Marek Šindelka – and what their books have taught him about the country. 00:25:54https://english.radio.cz/news-municipal-and-senate-elections-coming-drone-shield-2026-head-galerie-8898897 News, municipal and Senate elections coming up, Drone Shield 2026, head of Galerie Rudolfinum Julia Bailey  Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:19:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8898897 News, municipal and Senate elections coming up, Drone Shield 2026, head of Galerie Rudolfinum Julia Bailey  00:29:20https://english.radio.cz/villa-muller-reopenskamil-lhotak-exhibition-improving-cereal-crops-8898828 Villa Müller reopens to visitors, exhibition showcasing work of artist Kamil Lhoták opens in Prague and Czechs have developed a way to help cereal crops make better use of water and nutrients  Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:42:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8898828 Villa Müller reopens to visitors, exhibition showcasing work of artist Kamil Lhoták opens in Prague and Czechs have developed a way to help cereal crops make better use of water and nutrients  00:29:02https://english.radio.cz/news-egon-schieles-work-display-music-conferences-vying-artists-malesice-8898706 News, Egon Schiele’s work on display, music conferences vying for artists, Malešice Botanical Gargen Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:38:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8898706 News, Egon Schiele’s work on display, music conferences vying for artists, Malešice Botanical Gargen 00:28:26https://english.radio.cz/1968-shooting-victim-identified-czech-scientists-develop-bone-glue-8898604 Man shot during 1968 invasion identified, with bullet still in leg; Brno scientists develop glue that could help heal complex fractures. Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:02:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8898604 Man shot during 1968 invasion identified, with bullet still in leg; Brno scientists develop glue that could help heal complex fractures. 00:28:58https://english.radio.cz/brother-martyr-patron-saint-why-czechs-remember-wenceslas-september-28-8898179 In Monday’s Czechia in 30 Minutes, we travel back more than a thousand years to the violent death of Saint Wenceslas. Historian Robert Novotný explains how a murdered 10th-century prince became the patron saint of the Czech lands and one of the country’s most enduring symbols. Mon, 28 Sep 2026 08:55:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8898179 In Monday’s Czechia in 30 Minutes, we travel back more than a thousand years to the violent death of Saint Wenceslas. Historian Robert Novotný explains how a murdered 10th-century prince became the patron saint of the Czech lands and one of the country’s most enduring symbols. 00:29:15https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-09272026-8898442Broadcast in English - 09/27/2026Sun, 27 Sep 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8898442Broadcast in English - 09/27/2026https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-09262026-8898434Broadcast in English - 09/26/2026Sat, 26 Sep 2026 16:35:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8898434Broadcast in English - 09/26/202600:32:51https://english.radio.cz/news-how-eu-citizens-can-vote-czechias-local-elections-lustr-festival-8898384 News, how EU citizens can vote in Czechia’s local elections, LUSTR festival of illustration and comics, trip to Olomouc Fri, 25 Sep 2026 14:56:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8898384 News, how EU citizens can vote in Czechia’s local elections, LUSTR festival of illustration and comics, trip to Olomouc 00:28:42https://english.radio.cz/president-pavel-un-general-assembly-stunning-1930s-apartment-opens-public-brno-8898276 President Pavel at UN General Assembly, stunning 1930's apartment opens to public in Brno, Ida the Young band to tour UK Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:49:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8898276 President Pavel at UN General Assembly, stunning 1930's apartment opens to public in Brno, Ida the Young band to tour UK 00:28:59https://english.radio.cz/havels-widow-entrusts-legacy-prague-municipal-library-story-karel-kuttelwascher-8898155 Havel's widow entrusts legacy to Prague Municipal Library, the story of Karel Kuttelwascher, Czech flora atlas  Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:39:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8898155 Havel's widow entrusts legacy to Prague Municipal Library, the story of Karel Kuttelwascher, Czech flora atlas  00:29:25https://english.radio.cz/sex-crime-online-prague-funicular-back-operation-vysehrad-casemates-8898019 OnlyFans human trafficking case highlights growing sex crime online, Prague funicular back in operation, Vyšehrad Casemates: exploring Prague's hidden underground   Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:16:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8898019 OnlyFans human trafficking case highlights growing sex crime online, Prague funicular back in operation, Vyšehrad Casemates: exploring Prague's hidden underground   00:28:47https://english.radio.cz/czechia-reaches-davis-cup-final-unicef-cr-presents-paddingtons-postcards-trip-8897893 Czechia reaches Davis Cup final, UNICEF CR presents Paddington's Postcards, trip to Obora Hvezda in Prague Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:14:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8897893 Czechia reaches Davis Cup final, UNICEF CR presents Paddington's Postcards, trip to Obora Hvezda in Prague 00:28:34https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-09202026-8897779Broadcast in English - 09/20/2026Sun, 20 Sep 2026 00:05:02 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8897779Broadcast in English - 09/20/2026https://english.radio.cz/outsiders-view-czechia-sceptical-change-surprisingly-quick-adapt-8897672 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, Vít Pohanka speaks to Latvian-born Linda Zeilina-Cross, who chose Prague as the base for her work on sustainable finance in Central and Eastern Europe. She sees Czechs as naturally sceptical of new ideas, but says that once they are convinced, change can happen remarkably fast. Their conversation, recorded at Climate Week Prague, explores Czech attitudes to sustainability, investment and the country’s potential for a greener economy. Sat, 19 Sep 2026 11:24:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8897672 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, Vít Pohanka speaks to Latvian-born Linda Zeilina-Cross, who chose Prague as the base for her work on sustainable finance in Central and Eastern Europe. She sees Czechs as naturally sceptical of new ideas, but says that once they are convinced, change can happen remarkably fast. Their conversation, recorded at Climate Week Prague, explores Czech attitudes to sustainability, investment and the country’s potential for a greener economy. 00:29:09https://english.radio.cz/bohemian-crown-jewels-display-havels-relationship-architecture-and-how-he-8897704 Bohemian crown jewels on display, Havel’s relationship with architecture and how he transformed Prague Castle, the campaign encouraging children to walk to school  Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:32:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8897704 Bohemian crown jewels on display, Havel’s relationship with architecture and how he transformed Prague Castle, the campaign encouraging children to walk to school  00:29:21https://english.radio.cz/film-volklore-picks-silver-toronto-czechia-dotted-contaminated-sites-mikulov-8897571 Student film Volklore wins silver at the film festival in Toronto, how many toxic sites need to be dealt with around the Czech Republic? Trip to Mikulov in southern Moravia  Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:45:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8897571 Student film Volklore wins silver at the film festival in Toronto, how many toxic sites need to be dealt with around the Czech Republic? Trip to Mikulov in southern Moravia  00:29:14https://english.radio.cz/czech-archaeologists-comb-site-former-soviet-gulag-durer-painting-rosary-feast-8897505 News, Czech archaeologists comb site of former Soviet gulag in Kazakhstan, Dürer painting The Rosary Feast to undergo major restoration, trip to Prague's Bohnice district   Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:38:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8897505 News, Czech archaeologists comb site of former Soviet gulag in Kazakhstan, Dürer painting The Rosary Feast to undergo major restoration, trip to Prague's Bohnice district   00:28:31https://english.radio.cz/climate-week-prague-puts-climate-change-everyday-terms-czech-government-declares-8897409 From mortgages to food prices: Climate Week Prague puts climate change into everyday terms, Czech government declares war on illegal kratom sales, raises purchasing age, Why study Czech today? Neil Bermel on language, translation and the future of Czech studies Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:57:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8897409 From mortgages to food prices: Climate Week Prague puts climate change into everyday terms, Czech government declares war on illegal kratom sales, raises purchasing age, Why study Czech today? Neil Bermel on language, translation and the future of Czech studies 00:28:41https://english.radio.cz/czech-radio-testing-new-radio-warning-system-emergencies-zavis-cross-reveals-8897295 Czech Radio testing new radio warning system for emergencies, Záviš Cross: Czech medieval treasure reveals hidden relic and misidentified gemstones, Jan Zikmund on bringing today's Czech writers to the world Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:19:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8897295 Czech Radio testing new radio warning system for emergencies, Záviš Cross: Czech medieval treasure reveals hidden relic and misidentified gemstones, Jan Zikmund on bringing today's Czech writers to the world 00:29:11https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-09132026-8897187 Broadcast in English - 09/13/2026 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:05:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8897187 Broadcast in English - 09/13/2026 https://english.radio.cz/historian-cynthia-paces-prague-over-last-millennium-8897111 Interview with historian Cynthia Paces. She is the author of Prague: The Heart of Europe, which traces the city’s story from the 10th century to the modern era. Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:24:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8897111 Interview with historian Cynthia Paces. She is the author of Prague: The Heart of Europe, which traces the city’s story from the 10th century to the modern era. 00:26:16https://english.radio.cz/news-letters-olga-how-have-travelogues-changed-over-centuries-trip-mikulov-8897110 News, Letters to Olga -Vaclav Havels correspondence from jail, how have travelogues changed over the centuries? Trip to Mikulov, in southern Moravia.  Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:03:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8897110 News, Letters to Olga -Vaclav Havels correspondence from jail, how have travelogues changed over the centuries? Trip to Mikulov, in southern Moravia.  00:28:52https://english.radio.cz/czech-pavel-hlava-capturing-unique-images-911-could-climate-change-threaten-8897017 Czech Pavel Hlava on capturing unique images of 9/11, Could climate change threaten the quality of Czech beer? Researchers working on drought-resistant hops, Inside Phonopolis, the striking new game from Czech studio Amanita Design Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:35:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8897017 Czech Pavel Hlava on capturing unique images of 9/11, Could climate change threaten the quality of Czech beer? Researchers working on drought-resistant hops, Inside Phonopolis, the striking new game from Czech studio Amanita Design 00:28:18https://english.radio.cz/news-otto-jelinek-obit-rare-gospel-mark-fragment-leaves-prague-italy-mobility-8896914 News, Otto Jelinek obit, rare Gospel of Mark fragment leaves Prague for Italy, mobility on Czech labour market, Malešice Botanical Garden  Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:25:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8896914 News, Otto Jelinek obit, rare Gospel of Mark fragment leaves Prague for Italy, mobility on Czech labour market, Malešice Botanical Garden  00:28:14https://english.radio.cz/news-hazardous-chemicals-sumava-national-park-czech-classic-valerie-and-her-week-8896844 News, Hazardous chemicals in Sumava National Park, Czech classic Valerie and her Week of Wonders screened in Venice  Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:51:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8896844 News, Hazardous chemicals in Sumava National Park, Czech classic Valerie and her Week of Wonders screened in Venice  00:27:44https://english.radio.cz/antonin-dvorak-anniversary-linda-noskova-quarter-finals-us-open-craft-chocolate-8896732 Antonin Dvořák anniversary, Linda Noskova in quarter-finals of US Open, craft chocolate compoany Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:06:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8896732 Antonin Dvořák anniversary, Linda Noskova in quarter-finals of US Open, craft chocolate compoany 00:29:09https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-09062026-8896600Broadcast in English - 09/06/2026Sun, 06 Sep 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8896600Broadcast in English - 09/06/2026https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-09052026-8896587Broadcast in English - 09/05/2026Sat, 05 Sep 2026 16:35:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8896587Broadcast in English - 09/05/202600:29:10https://english.radio.cz/security-incidents-germany-reverberate-czechia-masaryk-death-investigation-8896549 Security incidents in Germany reverberate in Czechia, Masaryk death investigation, Dvorak Music Festival   Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:25:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8896549 Security incidents in Germany reverberate in Czechia, Masaryk death investigation, Dvorak Music Festival   00:28:10https://english.radio.cz/lost-play-vaclav-havel-czech-lace-inspires-new-zizkov-mural-vaclav-bartuska-8896411 News, Previously lost play by Václav Havel, Warning, to get its first performance, Czech lace inspires new Žižkov mural by Polish artist, interview with Václav Bartuška, Czechia’s ambassador to the United Kingdom. Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:42:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8896411 News, Previously lost play by Václav Havel, Warning, to get its first performance, Czech lace inspires new Žižkov mural by Polish artist, interview with Václav Bartuška, Czechia’s ambassador to the United Kingdom. 00:29:09https://english.radio.cz/havel-alive-festival-copy-infant-jesus-prague-heading-ireland-atlas-countrys-8896309 Havel ALIVE festival, copy of Infant Jesus of Prague heading for Ireland, extensive atlas of country's wild plants nearing completion  Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:31:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8896309 Havel ALIVE festival, copy of Infant Jesus of Prague heading for Ireland, extensive atlas of country's wild plants nearing completion  00:28:00https://english.radio.cz/czech-demographic-paradox-and-schools-getting-kids-walk-school-neil-bermel-8896226 Czech demographic paradox and schools. Campaign encouraging kids to walk to school  Why study Czech today? Neil Bermel on language, translation and the future of Czech studies. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:56:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8896226 Czech demographic paradox and schools. Campaign encouraging kids to walk to school  Why study Czech today? Neil Bermel on language, translation and the future of Czech studies. 00:28:37https://english.radio.cz/stetl-fest-celebrates-jewish-culture-rpi-marks-90-years-listeners-send-messages-8896104 Brno's Štetl Fest celebrates Jewish culture; Radio Prague International marks 90 years since its first broadcast - listeners share their memories with us. Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:37:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8896104 Brno's Štetl Fest celebrates Jewish culture; Radio Prague International marks 90 years since its first broadcast - listeners share their memories with us. 00:29:13https://english.radio.cz/prague-and-warsaw-have-responded-a-disinformation-campaign-falsely-claiming-8895907 Prague and Warsaw have responded to a disinformation campaign falsely claiming Poland planned to seize Czech territory, Beavers fighting drought in Czechia are “ecosystem engineers,” says zoologist, Former president Václav Klaus says Czechia needs to “desubsidize” its economy  Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:06:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8895907 Prague and Warsaw have responded to a disinformation campaign falsely claiming Poland planned to seize Czech territory, Beavers fighting drought in Czechia are “ecosystem engineers,” says zoologist, Former president Václav Klaus says Czechia needs to “desubsidize” its economy  00:28:57https://english.radio.cz/czech-tennis-players-karolina-muchova-and-jakub-mensik-claim-their-first-grand-8895804 Czech tennis players Karolína Muchová and Jakub Menšík claim their first Grand Slam title at the US open, Obnaženi festival brings together multiple generations, Filmmaker Karen Kruger about her documentary at the Jewish cultural Štetl fest Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:12:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8895804 Czech tennis players Karolína Muchová and Jakub Menšík claim their first Grand Slam title at the US open, Obnaženi festival brings together multiple generations, Filmmaker Karen Kruger about her documentary at the Jewish cultural Štetl fest 00:25:57https://english.radio.cz/pm-babis-invalidovna-overhaul-its-a-great-project-returns-brno-stetl-fest-8895682 PM Babiš on Invalidovna overhaul: “It’s a great project”, Returns to Brno: ŠTETL FEST revives the city’s Jewish stories, Secret Soviet bunker built to survive a nuclear blast opens to visitors in Czechia, Why study Czech today? Neil Bermel on language, translation and the future of Czech studies Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:43:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8895682 PM Babiš on Invalidovna overhaul: “It’s a great project”, Returns to Brno: ŠTETL FEST revives the city’s Jewish stories, Secret Soviet bunker built to survive a nuclear blast opens to visitors in Czechia, Why study Czech today? Neil Bermel on language, translation and the future of Czech studies 00:29:07https://english.radio.cz/liberec-sea-lion-dies-after-swallowing-toy-rohan-island-plant-could-become-urban-8895561 Liberec Zoo sea lion dies after swallowing child’s toy, raising safety concerns, Prague’s Rohan Island concrete plant could be transformed into urban farm. Kingdom Come and the real Middle Ages: Can video games teach us history?, TerraDrought: global real-time drought tool Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:24:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8895561 Liberec Zoo sea lion dies after swallowing child’s toy, raising safety concerns, Prague’s Rohan Island concrete plant could be transformed into urban farm. Kingdom Come and the real Middle Ages: Can video games teach us history?, TerraDrought: global real-time drought tool 00:24:48https://english.radio.cz/crystal-valley-week-turns-liberec-a-showcase-bohemian-glass-horseback-archery-8895476 Crystal Valley Week turns Liberec into a showcase of Bohemian glass, horseback archery slowly gaining ground in the Czech Republic, Evie Harbury on the magic of Czech cuisine Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:02:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8895476 Crystal Valley Week turns Liberec into a showcase of Bohemian glass, horseback archery slowly gaining ground in the Czech Republic, Evie Harbury on the magic of Czech cuisine 00:29:00https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-08232026-8895343Broadcast in English - 08/23/2026Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8895343Broadcast in English - 08/23/2026https://english.radio.cz/rpi-history-series-part-7-8895240 RPI history series Part 7 - signature tunes and significant broadcasts  Sat, 22 Aug 2026 11:57:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8895240 RPI history series Part 7 - signature tunes and significant broadcasts  00:26:59https://english.radio.cz/political-leaders-honor-victims-1968-invasion-he-was-sending-a-message-future-8895278 Trauma of betrayal we should learn from: Political leaders honor victims of 1968 invasion, “He was sending a message to future generations”: Artist Hynek Martinec on Jan Palach’s legacy, Broken angel, believed to have inspired one of Karel Kryl's 1969 protest songs, coming home Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:46:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8895278 Trauma of betrayal we should learn from: Political leaders honor victims of 1968 invasion, “He was sending a message to future generations”: Artist Hynek Martinec on Jan Palach’s legacy, Broken angel, believed to have inspired one of Karel Kryl's 1969 protest songs, coming home 00:28:29https://english.radio.cz/czech-film-selected-2027-academy-awards-efforts-save-critically-endangered-8895180 If pidgeons turned to gold -Czech film selected for 2027 Academy Awards, efforts to save critically endangered “glacial” plant, Ester Geislerová's new documentary   Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:55:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8895180 If pidgeons turned to gold -Czech film selected for 2027 Academy Awards, efforts to save critically endangered “glacial” plant, Ester Geislerová's new documentary   00:27:37https://english.radio.cz/measures-against-drought-exhibition-1968-letters-rpi-history-sumperak-houses-8895067 Measures against drought, exhibition of 1968 letters to RPI, history of the Šumperak houses Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:47:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8895067 Measures against drought, exhibition of 1968 letters to RPI, history of the Šumperak houses 00:28:51https://english.radio.cz/kryl-inspiring-statue-returns-romany-anthology-frankfurt-prague-new-circus-fest-8894962 Statue said to have inspired Karel Kryl returned for the August 21 anniversary; new anthology of Czech and Slovak Romany writing set for Frankfurt; Prague new circus fest. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:48:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8894962 Statue said to have inspired Karel Kryl returned for the August 21 anniversary; new anthology of Czech and Slovak Romany writing set for Frankfurt; Prague new circus fest. 00:29:09https://english.radio.cz/jan-sveraks-comedy-five-plums-hit-uk-cinemas-under-title-what-a-way-go-pat-and-8894879 Jan Svěrák’s comedy Five Plums to hit UK cinemas under the title What a Way to Go, Pat and Mat turn 50: Czechia’s clumsy handymen take DIY chaos worldwide, Inside Prague's summer school of Czech Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:10:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8894879 Jan Svěrák’s comedy Five Plums to hit UK cinemas under the title What a Way to Go, Pat and Mat turn 50: Czechia’s clumsy handymen take DIY chaos worldwide, Inside Prague's summer school of Czech 00:29:02https://english.radio.cz/rpi-history-series-part-6-8894572 Dive into the history of Radio Prague, which connected countries and offered popular music in exchange for political proclamations. Sat, 15 Aug 2026 11:03:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8894572 Dive into the history of Radio Prague, which connected countries and offered popular music in exchange for political proclamations. 00:28:21https://english.radio.cz/trutnoff-open-air-celebrates-its-tribal-chief-vaclav-havel-wild-boars-are-8894726 TrutnOFF Open Air celebrates its “tribal chief” Václav Havel on what would have been his 90th birthday, Wild boars are increasingly venturing into urban areas, drawn by food and safety, Miss Czech Republic on her Japanese and Moravian identity, beauty and Miss Universe Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:15:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8894726 TrutnOFF Open Air celebrates its “tribal chief” Václav Havel on what would have been his 90th birthday, Wild boars are increasingly venturing into urban areas, drawn by food and safety, Miss Czech Republic on her Japanese and Moravian identity, beauty and Miss Universe 00:26:33https://english.radio.cz/czechs-enthusiastic-stargazersczech-communities-troubled-drying-wells-and-8894633 Czechs enthusiastic stargazers,Czech communities troubled by drying wells and dwindling groundwater, Jewish book collection Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:53:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8894633 Czechs enthusiastic stargazers,Czech communities troubled by drying wells and dwindling groundwater, Jewish book collection 00:33:32https://english.radio.cz/czech-farmers-change-crops-weather-shifts-secret-soviet-bunker-opens-jirina-8894500 Czech farmers turn to sunflowers, experiment with figs and olives, as drought and heat intensify, Secret Soviet bunker built to survive a nuclear blast opens to visitors in Czechia, Jiřina Šiklová Library offers over 9,000 books on feminism, gender and queerness, Inside Prague's summer school of Czech Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:17:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8894500 Czech farmers turn to sunflowers, experiment with figs and olives, as drought and heat intensify, Secret Soviet bunker built to survive a nuclear blast opens to visitors in Czechia, Jiřina Šiklová Library offers over 9,000 books on feminism, gender and queerness, Inside Prague's summer school of Czech 00:28:00https://english.radio.cz/charles-university-seeks-global-science-leader-new-prague-biocenter-brno-8894425 Charles University seeks global science leader for new Prague Biocenter, Brno scientists chase total solar eclipse to Iceland and Spain, Keeping Czech alive abroad: How Krajánek ve světe helps children stay close to their roots, A hidden feminist gem in Prague: Jiřina Šiklová Library offers over 9,000 books on feminism, gender and queerness Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:47:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8894425 Charles University seeks global science leader for new Prague Biocenter, Brno scientists chase total solar eclipse to Iceland and Spain, Keeping Czech alive abroad: How Krajánek ve světe helps children stay close to their roots, A hidden feminist gem in Prague: Jiřina Šiklová Library offers over 9,000 books on feminism, gender and queerness 00:25:37https://english.radio.cz/czechia-bids-host-one-europes-giant-ai-gigafactories-hantec-added-south-moravian-8894344 Czechia bids to host one of Europe’s giant AI Gigafactories, Hantec added to South Moravian folk culture list as enthusiasts eye UNESCO recognition, Prague Pride survey highlights unknown chapters of Czech queer history, Who reads what? The surprising patterns hidden in 17 million library loans Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:35:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8894344 Czechia bids to host one of Europe’s giant AI Gigafactories, Hantec added to South Moravian folk culture list as enthusiasts eye UNESCO recognition, Prague Pride survey highlights unknown chapters of Czech queer history, Who reads what? The surprising patterns hidden in 17 million library loans 00:31:04https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-08092026-8894224Broadcast in English - 08/09/2026Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:05:02 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8894224Broadcast in English - 08/09/2026https://english.radio.cz/series-90-year-long-history-rpi-part-5-8894070 How Radio Prague connected with its listeners the world over  Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:22:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8894070 How Radio Prague connected with its listeners the world over  00:27:06https://english.radio.cz/time-capsule-beneath-wenceslas-square-survey-highlights-unknown-chapters-czech-8894172 Message for future generations: Time capsule beneath Wenceslas Square contains coins, newspapers and a beer glass, Who is the greatest queer Czech? Prague Pride survey highlights unknown chapters of Czech queer history, How did people write in the past? Prague exhibition highlights artistic value of historic writing tools Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:38:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8894172 Message for future generations: Time capsule beneath Wenceslas Square contains coins, newspapers and a beer glass, Who is the greatest queer Czech? Prague Pride survey highlights unknown chapters of Czech queer history, How did people write in the past? Prague exhibition highlights artistic value of historic writing tools 00:26:45https://english.radio.cz/shortage-breast-cancer-drug-czechia-triggers-emergency-measures-czech-film-8894082 Shortage of breast cancer drug in Czechia triggers emergency measures, Czech film exploring folklore in the age of social media wins Student Academy Award,  Prague’s Little Hanoi Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:51:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8894082 Shortage of breast cancer drug in Czechia triggers emergency measures, Czech film exploring folklore in the age of social media wins Student Academy Award,  Prague’s Little Hanoi 00:29:14https://english.radio.cz/czechia-europes-fastest-growing-tourism-destination-villa-tugendhat-marks-25-8893985 Czechia is Europe's fastest-growing tourism destination, Villa Tugendhat marks 25 years on the UNESCO World Heritage List, Summer School of Slavonic Studies Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:11:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8893985 Czechia is Europe's fastest-growing tourism destination, Villa Tugendhat marks 25 years on the UNESCO World Heritage List, Summer School of Slavonic Studies 00:27:46https://english.radio.cz/why-drought-unlikely-shut-down-czech-nuclear-power-plants-czech-goalie-hornicek-8893887 Why drought is unlikely to shut down Czech nuclear power plants , Czech goalie Horníček joins Newcastle in €30 million transfer, Inside Phonopolis, the striking new game from Czech studio Amanita Design Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:31:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8893887 Why drought is unlikely to shut down Czech nuclear power plants , Czech goalie Horníček joins Newcastle in €30 million transfer, Inside Phonopolis, the striking new game from Czech studio Amanita Design 00:29:27https://english.radio.cz/prague-pride-kicks-czech-centres-overhaul-700-year-old-statue-undergoes-8893780 News, Prague Pride kicks off, Czech Centres overhaul, 700-year-old statue undergoes tomography at a Brno hospital, trip to Divoká Šárka on the suburbs of Prague  Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:32:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8893780 News, Prague Pride kicks off, Czech Centres overhaul, 700-year-old statue undergoes tomography at a Brno hospital, trip to Divoká Šárka on the suburbs of Prague  00:28:12https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-08022026-8893680Broadcast in English - 08/02/2026Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8893680Broadcast in English - 08/02/2026https://english.radio.cz/series-90-year-long-history-rpi-part-4-8892897 Series on the 90-year-long history of RPI.  Part 4 - Radio Prague as a tool of communist propaganda. Sat, 01 Aug 2026 12:36:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8892897 Series on the 90-year-long history of RPI.  Part 4 - Radio Prague as a tool of communist propaganda. 00:28:33https://english.radio.cz/government-plan-loosen-fiscal-rules-threatens-public-finances-ceske-budejovice-8893631 Government plan to loosen fiscal rules threatens public finances, České Budějovice hospital becomes first in Czechia to use AI in brain surgery, Prague launches cooling map to help residents beat the heat Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:42:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8893631 Government plan to loosen fiscal rules threatens public finances, České Budějovice hospital becomes first in Czechia to use AI in brain surgery, Prague launches cooling map to help residents beat the heat 00:29:04https://english.radio.cz/glen-hansard-mourned-many-czechia-why-do-czechs-stay-put-surprising-truth-about-8893516 “He was kind to everyone”: Glen Hansard mourned by many in Czech Republic, Why do Czechs stay put? The surprising truth about labour Mobility, A hidden feminist gem in Prague: Jiřina Šiklová Library offers over 9,000 books on feminism, gender and queerness Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:40:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8893516 “He was kind to everyone”: Glen Hansard mourned by many in Czech Republic, Why do Czechs stay put? The surprising truth about labour Mobility, A hidden feminist gem in Prague: Jiřina Šiklová Library offers over 9,000 books on feminism, gender and queerness 00:28:56https://english.radio.cz/charles-bridge-repairs-czechbusiness-announced-odyssey-keeps-imax-busy-8893422 Both traditional and modern methods used to clean Charles Bridge; government creates CzechBusiness from two agencies; Prague's IMAX opening late to meet Odyssey demand Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:25:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8893422 Both traditional and modern methods used to clean Charles Bridge; government creates CzechBusiness from two agencies; Prague's IMAX opening late to meet Odyssey demand 00:24:51https://english.radio.cz/radicalisation-warning-historic-store-restored-artistic-value-writing-8893304 Government extremism report raises questions; historic store in regions gets renovation; Prague exhibition highlights artistic value of writing instruments. Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:13:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8893304 Government extremism report raises questions; historic store in regions gets renovation; Prague exhibition highlights artistic value of writing instruments. 00:29:12https://english.radio.cz/czech-fluxus-artist-musician-and-ex-national-gallery-chief-milan-knizak-dies-86-8893207 Czech Fluxus artist, musician and ex-National Gallery chief Milan Knížák dies at 86, Remembering Pavel Jungwirth, the world-class chemist whose excitement was infectious, Who reads what? The surprising patterns hidden in 17 million library loans Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:42:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8893207 Czech Fluxus artist, musician and ex-National Gallery chief Milan Knížák dies at 86, Remembering Pavel Jungwirth, the world-class chemist whose excitement was infectious, Who reads what? The surprising patterns hidden in 17 million library loans 00:28:11https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-07262026-8893078Broadcast in English - 07/26/2026Sun, 26 Jul 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8893078Broadcast in English - 07/26/2026https://english.radio.cz/series-90-year-long-history-rpi-part-3-8892896 The voice that was meant to conquer the airwaves: How Radio Prague spread communism around the world Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:33:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8892896 The voice that was meant to conquer the airwaves: How Radio Prague spread communism around the world 00:29:34https://english.radio.cz/progress-artificial-joint-replacement-20262027-season-czech-football-kicks-8893006 Progress in artificial joint replacement, 2026/2027 season in Czech football kicks off, interview with František D'Agostino who this year joined the elite group of climbers who can boast a one-day ascent of El Capitan's El Niño route Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:44:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8893006 Progress in artificial joint replacement, 2026/2027 season in Czech football kicks off, interview with František D'Agostino who this year joined the elite group of climbers who can boast a one-day ascent of El Capitan's El Niño route 00:28:53https://english.radio.cz/president-vetoes-budget-reform-rules-designer-pavel-fuksa-miss-czech-republic-8892924 President vetoes government’s budget rules reform, successful designer Pavel Fuksa on creating strip for club Slavia Prague, Miss Czech Republic on her Japanese and Moravian identity, beauty and Miss Universe Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:13:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8892924 President vetoes government’s budget rules reform, successful designer Pavel Fuksa on creating strip for club Slavia Prague, Miss Czech Republic on her Japanese and Moravian identity, beauty and Miss Universe 00:26:49https://english.radio.cz/okamura-china-radetzky-monument-returning-pragues-mala-strana-phonopolis-8892814 Okamura in China, Radetzky monument returning to Prague's Malá Strana, Phonopolis computer game  Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:10:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8892814 Okamura in China, Radetzky monument returning to Prague's Malá Strana, Phonopolis computer game  00:29:09https://english.radio.cz/gov-backs-mobile-phone-ban-schools-future-vaclav-havel-library-stake-interview-8892692 Gov backs mobile phone ban in schools, Milan Babík on the future of Vaclav Havel Library , interview with Neil Bermel. Professor of Czech Language and Linguistics  Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:02:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8892692 Gov backs mobile phone ban in schools, Milan Babík on the future of Vaclav Havel Library , interview with Neil Bermel. Professor of Czech Language and Linguistics  00:28:41https://english.radio.cz/iconic-barrandov-bridge-sculpture-collapses-czechias-first-train-tram-president-8892613 Iconic Barrandov Bridge sculpture collapses, Czechia's first train-tram hits test track, President Pavel interview  Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:39:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8892613 Iconic Barrandov Bridge sculpture collapses, Czechia's first train-tram hits test track, President Pavel interview  00:25:35https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-07192026-8892495Broadcast in English - 07/19/2026Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8892495Broadcast in English - 07/19/2026https://english.radio.cz/series-history-rpi-part-2-8892261 Series on the history of RPI -part 2. The turbulent years of the Prague Spring and the Soviet-led invasion. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 08:34:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8892261 Series on the history of RPI -part 2. The turbulent years of the Prague Spring and the Soviet-led invasion. 00:29:33https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-07172026-8892453Broadcast in English - 07/17/2026Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:35:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8892453Broadcast in English - 07/17/202600:29:34https://english.radio.cz/stone-heart-europe-monument-argentinas-biggest-football-fan-lives-czechia-rudy-8892306 Stone heart of Europe monument, Vamos Argentina! The team's biggest football fan lives in Czechia, Rudy Linka and Bohemia Jazz fest   Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:23:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8892306 Stone heart of Europe monument, Vamos Argentina! The team's biggest football fan lives in Czechia, Rudy Linka and Bohemia Jazz fest   00:26:51https://english.radio.cz/prague-castle-opens-new-czech-design-shop-amid-changes-under-president-pavel-8892221 Prague Castle opens new Czech design shop amid changes under President Pavel, Recreational boating booming in Czechia, Wimbledon champion Linda Nosková for RPI: I want to enjoy my time on court Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:54:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8892221 Prague Castle opens new Czech design shop amid changes under President Pavel, Recreational boating booming in Czechia, Wimbledon champion Linda Nosková for RPI: I want to enjoy my time on court 00:27:26https://english.radio.cz/government-planning-migration-law-change-soldiers-painting-returns-uk-8892131 The government is planning legal changes that would impact Ukrainian citizens; an artwork by a Czechoslovak soldier based in England during WWII has gone back there. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:37:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8892131 The government is planning legal changes that would impact Ukrainian citizens; an artwork by a Czechoslovak soldier based in England during WWII has gone back there. 00:28:18https://english.radio.cz/fruit-gathering-wins-top-prize-while-juliette-binoche-honoured-karlovy-vary-8892017 Fruit Gathering wins top prize while Juliette Binoche honoured at Karlovy Vary, Linda Nosková and Karolína Muchová reflect on historic Czech Wimbledon final, Turning the tide: How man-made forest ponds are bringing water back to the landscape Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:10:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8892017 Fruit Gathering wins top prize while Juliette Binoche honoured at Karlovy Vary, Linda Nosková and Karolína Muchová reflect on historic Czech Wimbledon final, Turning the tide: How man-made forest ponds are bringing water back to the landscape 00:29:26https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-07122026-8891884Broadcast in English - 07/12/2026Sun, 12 Jul 2026 00:05:02 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8891884Broadcast in English - 07/12/2026https://english.radio.cz/90-years-air-history-radio-prague-international-8891695 RPI will celebrate its 90th birthday on August 31. In our 8-part series we look back at the history of Czech Radio’s international service and the events that shaped the station over the years. Part 1 focuses on the station's early years. Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:38:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8891695 RPI will celebrate its 90th birthday on August 31. In our 8-part series we look back at the history of Czech Radio’s international service and the events that shaped the station over the years. Part 1 focuses on the station's early years. 00:29:25https://english.radio.cz/what-do-you-call-all-czech-grandslam-final-a-czech-mate-should-czechia-lower-age-8891815 What do you call an all-Czech Grandslam final? A Czech-mate!, Should Czechia lower the age of criminal responsibility? New report highlights rise in violent crime, 1940s coal plant comes alive as Street Art Festival transforms unusual Olomouc landmark Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:29:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8891815 What do you call an all-Czech Grandslam final? A Czech-mate!, Should Czechia lower the age of criminal responsibility? New report highlights rise in violent crime, 1940s coal plant comes alive as Street Art Festival transforms unusual Olomouc landmark 00:28:35https://english.radio.cz/colours-ostrava-492-year-old-oak-fission-reactors-8891688 Colours of Ostrava festival has new stage, oldest oak in Czehcia is 492, Czech Technical University has 2 fission reactors for training students  Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:34:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8891688 Colours of Ostrava festival has new stage, oldest oak in Czehcia is 492, Czech Technical University has 2 fission reactors for training students  00:28:14https://english.radio.cz/czechs-join-purl-initiative-historic-prague-tower-taken-market-sumperak-houses-8891567 Czechs to join PURL initiative in aid of Ukraine, historic Prague tower taken off the market, Šumperák houses  Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:45:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8891567 Czechs to join PURL initiative in aid of Ukraine, historic Prague tower taken off the market, Šumperák houses  00:31:28https://english.radio.cz/nato-summit-test-czech-defence-spending-pledge-brno-made-drug-detector-could-8891445 Czech delegation to come under scrutiny over defense spending at NATO summit, Brno-made drug detector could transform police investigations worldwide, Anna Schinz on A Happy Family: “We wanted to tell this story without judging anyone” Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:57:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8891445 Czech delegation to come under scrutiny over defense spending at NATO summit, Brno-made drug detector could transform police investigations worldwide, Anna Schinz on A Happy Family: “We wanted to tell this story without judging anyone” 00:29:14https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-07062026-8891343Broadcast in English - 07/06/2026Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8891343Broadcast in English - 07/06/2026https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-07052026-8891325Broadcast in English - 07/05/2026Sun, 05 Jul 2026 00:05:02 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8891325Broadcast in English - 07/05/2026https://english.radio.cz/executions-1621-how-one-morning-changed-bohemia-forever-8891195 One June morning in 1621, Prague's Old Town Square became the stage for one of Europe's most dramatic political executions. This weekend edition of Czecvhia in 30 minutes brings abriged edition of Blood in Bohemia, a special series of Czechast. It follows the fate of the twenty-seven leaders of the Bohemian Revolt after the Battle of White Mountain. It explores how their deaths transformed the Czech lands for centuries to come. Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:37:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8891195 One June morning in 1621, Prague's Old Town Square became the stage for one of Europe's most dramatic political executions. This weekend edition of Czecvhia in 30 minutes brings abriged edition of Blood in Bohemia, a special series of Czechast. It follows the fate of the twenty-seven leaders of the Bohemian Revolt after the Battle of White Mountain. It explores how their deaths transformed the Czech lands for centuries to come. 00:28:55https://english.radio.cz/rediscovering-jan-hus-beyond-myths-and-legends-turning-tide-how-man-made-forest-8891267 Rediscovering Jan Hus: Beyond the myths and legends, Turning the tide: How man-made forest ponds are bringing water back to the landscape, Why study Czech today? Neil Bermel on language, translation and the future of Czech studies Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:53:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8891267 Rediscovering Jan Hus: Beyond the myths and legends, Turning the tide: How man-made forest ponds are bringing water back to the landscape, Why study Czech today? Neil Bermel on language, translation and the future of Czech studies 00:28:33https://english.radio.cz/karlovy-vary-celebrate-landmarks-style-whats-killing-czechias-fish-exhibition-8891137 “We’re 80 years old” – Karlovy Vary to celebrate landmark(s) in style, What's killing the fish? Czech researchers are looking for answers, Little Hanoi: Next Generation explores what it means to grow up Vietnamese in Czechia Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:22:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8891137 “We’re 80 years old” – Karlovy Vary to celebrate landmark(s) in style, What's killing the fish? Czech researchers are looking for answers, Little Hanoi: Next Generation explores what it means to grow up Vietnamese in Czechia 00:28:23https://english.radio.cz/419-degrees-celsius-new-normal-czech-summers-record-temperatures-czechia-prompt-8891026 Is 41.9 degrees Celsius the new normal for Czech summers? Record temperatures in Czechia prompt calls for summer protection of homeless, Prague Zoo welcomes great-grandson of sea lion Gaston, Prague exhibition revisits the legacy of Vojta Náprstek Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:38:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8891026 Is 41.9 degrees Celsius the new normal for Czech summers? Record temperatures in Czechia prompt calls for summer protection of homeless, Prague Zoo welcomes great-grandson of sea lion Gaston, Prague exhibition revisits the legacy of Vojta Náprstek 00:29:21https://english.radio.cz/general-hlavac-takes-over-czech-military-scholars-around-world-gather-prague-8890904 General Hlaváč takes over Czech military, pledges stronger army and closer NATO readiness, Scholars from around the world gather in Prague for World Czech Studies Congress, Irish Ambassador Alan Gibbons: “Each member has different history, but EU project has been transformative” Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:02:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8890904 General Hlaváč takes over Czech military, pledges stronger army and closer NATO readiness, Scholars from around the world gather in Prague for World Czech Studies Congress, Irish Ambassador Alan Gibbons: “Each member has different history, but EU project has been transformative” 00:29:27https://english.radio.cz/nato-summit-row-pragues-camp-closes-renovation-korespondance-festival-8890768 Why Czech leaders quarrel about NATO summit, Prague's CAMP leaves the iconic Prager's Cubes ahead of major renovation, KoresponDance: The festival bringing international artists to the Bohemian Moravian Highlands Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:07:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8890768 Why Czech leaders quarrel about NATO summit, Prague's CAMP leaves the iconic Prager's Cubes ahead of major renovation, KoresponDance: The festival bringing international artists to the Bohemian Moravian Highlands 00:28:49https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-06282026-8890676Broadcast in English - 06/28/2026Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8890676Broadcast in English - 06/28/2026https://english.radio.cz/when-prague-opened-a-window-thirty-years-war-8890586 Three royal officials were thrown from a window at Prague Castle in 1618—and survived. But the Second Defenestration of Prague helped ignite the Thirty Years’ War, one of the deadliest conflicts in European history . The weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes presents an abridged episode of Blood in Bohemia. Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:36:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8890586 Three royal officials were thrown from a window at Prague Castle in 1618—and survived. But the Second Defenestration of Prague helped ignite the Thirty Years’ War, one of the deadliest conflicts in European history . The weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes presents an abridged episode of Blood in Bohemia. 00:29:06https://english.radio.cz/nato-summit-dispute-linked-next-presidential-election-prague-boast-one-europes-8890624 NATO summit dispute linked to next presidential election, Prague to boast one of Europe's longest street art murals, Ostrava Zoo: home to 451 species, including some extinct in the wild Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:01:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8890624 NATO summit dispute linked to next presidential election, Prague to boast one of Europe's longest street art murals, Ostrava Zoo: home to 451 species, including some extinct in the wild 00:28:26https://english.radio.cz/why-czechia-failed-world-cup-elephant-hansken-returns-czechia-after-400-years-8890496 Poor tactics, tired players and deeper flaws: why Czechia failed at the World Cup, elephant Hansken returns to Czechia after 400 years – this time in metal, "Strawberry dumplings feel like a warm hug in a bowl": Evie Harbury on the magic of Czech cuisine Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:36:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8890496 Poor tactics, tired players and deeper flaws: why Czechia failed at the World Cup, elephant Hansken returns to Czechia after 400 years – this time in metal, "Strawberry dumplings feel like a warm hug in a bowl": Evie Harbury on the magic of Czech cuisine 00:29:13https://english.radio.cz/pavel-babis-clash-over-nato-summit-heads-constitutional-court-silent-films-8890371 Pavel-Babiš clash over NATO summit heads to Constitutional Court, From silent films to Hollywood: St. Vitus Cathedral shines on the silver screen for almost a century, Prague’s Jewish Quarter: small district with big history Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:27:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8890371 Pavel-Babiš clash over NATO summit heads to Constitutional Court, From silent films to Hollywood: St. Vitus Cathedral shines on the silver screen for almost a century, Prague’s Jewish Quarter: small district with big history 00:28:19https://english.radio.cz/czech-public-broadcasters-hold-warning-strike-over-funding-reform-dustin-hoffman-8890264 Czech public broadcasters hold warning strike over funding reform, “Incredible excitement”: Hollywood icon Dustin Hoffman set for 60th Karlovy Vary Film Festival, Four-year ban leaves Vondroušová's tennis future in doubt Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:54:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8890264 Czech public broadcasters hold warning strike over funding reform, “Incredible excitement”: Hollywood icon Dustin Hoffman set for 60th Karlovy Vary Film Festival, Four-year ban leaves Vondroušová's tennis future in doubt 00:28:57https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-06222026-8890163Broadcast in English - 06/22/2026Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:35:02 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8890163Broadcast in English - 06/22/202600:28:11https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-06212026-8890074Broadcast in English - 06/21/2026Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8890074Broadcast in English - 06/21/2026https://english.radio.cz/prague-defenestration-day-councillors-flew-windows-8889926 This weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes brings you a shortened version of another episode from Blood in Bohemia, our special series within the Czechast podcast. Together with British journalist Rob Cameron, Vít Pohanka explores the dramatic events of July 1419, when an angry crowd stormed Prague's New Town Hall and hurled councillors from its windows. The first Prague defenestration marked a turning point in Czech history and helped set the stage for the Hussite Revolution. Sat, 20 Jun 2026 09:13:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8889926 This weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes brings you a shortened version of another episode from Blood in Bohemia, our special series within the Czechast podcast. Together with British journalist Rob Cameron, Vít Pohanka explores the dramatic events of July 1419, when an angry crowd stormed Prague's New Town Hall and hurled councillors from its windows. The first Prague defenestration marked a turning point in Czech history and helped set the stage for the Hussite Revolution. 00:27:38https://english.radio.cz/julian-lennon-prague-exhibition-rare-roman-jug-buried-5th-century-grave-found-8890003 Julian Lennon: “Behind the camera I could be anybody, which is what makes me happy”, Rare Roman jug buried in 5th-century grave found almost intact in Moravia, Ukrainian veterans are helping build the future of drones in Czechia Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:39:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8890003 Julian Lennon: “Behind the camera I could be anybody, which is what makes me happy”, Rare Roman jug buried in 5th-century grave found almost intact in Moravia, Ukrainian veterans are helping build the future of drones in Czechia 00:27:41https://english.radio.cz/metronome-festival-celebrates-10th-year-new-venue-inside-pragues-clementinum-8889889 Metronome festival celebrates 10th year at new venue , Can 250 years of weather data be trusted? Inside Prague’s Clementinum Observatory, “Like discovering the Holy Grail”: Auschwitz Museum unveils Alfred Kantor’s extraordinary Holocaust sketchbook Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:33:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8889889 Metronome festival celebrates 10th year at new venue , Can 250 years of weather data be trusted? Inside Prague’s Clementinum Observatory, “Like discovering the Holy Grail”: Auschwitz Museum unveils Alfred Kantor’s extraordinary Holocaust sketchbook 00:27:50https://english.radio.cz/pragues-jiriho-z-podebrad-square-reopens-troja-festival-czech-climber-frantisek-8889774 News,  Prague’s Jiřího z Poděbrad Square officially reopens, Troja Festival,  interview with Czech climber František D'Agostino Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:22:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8889774 News,  Prague’s Jiřího z Poděbrad Square officially reopens, Troja Festival,  interview with Czech climber František D'Agostino 00:29:04https://english.radio.cz/funding-shake-sparks-political-storm-over-czech-public-media-after-decades-exile-8889669 Funding shake-up sparks political storm over Czech public media, After decades in exile, a Hollar masterpiece returns to Edvard Beneš's home, Friendship, culture and giving back: Diplomats raise CZK 1.3 million for Czech causes Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:33:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8889669 Funding shake-up sparks political storm over Czech public media, After decades in exile, a Hollar masterpiece returns to Edvard Beneš's home, Friendship, culture and giving back: Diplomats raise CZK 1.3 million for Czech causes 00:29:04https://english.radio.cz/st-vitus-cathedral-gets-powerful-new-voice-unique-archive-documents-thousands-8889546 A giant of glass and sound: St. Vitus Cathedral gets powerful new voice, unique archive documents thousands of Jews connected to Ostrava, St. Martin in the Wall: one of Prague's oldest—and most welcoming—churches Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:33:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8889546 A giant of glass and sound: St. Vitus Cathedral gets powerful new voice, unique archive documents thousands of Jews connected to Ostrava, St. Martin in the Wall: one of Prague's oldest—and most welcoming—churches 00:29:07https://english.radio.cz/jaromir-premyslids-castrated-blinded-and-murdered-a-latrine-8889291 The latest episode of Blood in Bohemia, presented in the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, explores one of the darkest episodes of early Czech history. British journalist Rob Cameron and Vít Pohanka discuss the remarkable life of Duke Jaromír—a Přemyslid prince who survived castration, decades of imprisonment and blinding, only to meet a violent end. Together with medieval historian Jan Zelenka, they examine what this extraordinary story reveals about power, violence and the making of the early Czech state. Sat, 13 Jun 2026 08:56:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8889291 The latest episode of Blood in Bohemia, presented in the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, explores one of the darkest episodes of early Czech history. British journalist Rob Cameron and Vít Pohanka discuss the remarkable life of Duke Jaromír—a Přemyslid prince who survived castration, decades of imprisonment and blinding, only to meet a violent end. Together with medieval historian Jan Zelenka, they examine what this extraordinary story reveals about power, violence and the making of the early Czech state. 00:29:13https://english.radio.cz/rocket-shaped-simulator-touring-czechia-praying-mantis-named-czechias-insect-8889355 SpaceBuzz in action: Rocket shaped simulator enabling virtual journey to space touring Czechia, praying mantis named Czechia’s Insect of the Year as the species spreads across the country, new Prague exhibition explores the hidden architecture behind Czechia's cottage culture Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:32:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8889355 SpaceBuzz in action: Rocket shaped simulator enabling virtual journey to space touring Czechia, praying mantis named Czechia’s Insect of the Year as the species spreads across the country, new Prague exhibition explores the hidden architecture behind Czechia's cottage culture 00:28:56https://english.radio.cz/government-tightenes-drug-policy-zdena-masinova-obituary-victoriia-kralko-author-8889233 News, Czech government tightenes drug policy, Zdena Mašínová obituary, Victoriia Kralko, author of award-winning audio series Hovory Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:18:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8889233 News, Czech government tightenes drug policy, Zdena Mašínová obituary, Victoriia Kralko, author of award-winning audio series Hovory 00:29:10https://english.radio.cz/lidice-lives-memory-surprising-patterns-hidden-17-million-library-loans-prague-8889152 A village wiped from the map: Lidice lives on in memory, Who reads what? The surprising patterns hidden in 17 million library loans, “It’s a big moment”: Prague approves plan paving way for massive number of new flats Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:47:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8889152 A village wiped from the map: Lidice lives on in memory, Who reads what? The surprising patterns hidden in 17 million library loans, “It’s a big moment”: Prague approves plan paving way for massive number of new flats 00:25:23https://english.radio.cz/news-czech-astronaut-fly-iss-czechs-and-fifa-czech-linguists-recording-stories-8889052 News, Czech astronaut to fly to ISS, Czechs and FIFA, Czech linguists recording stories of El Salvador's Nahuat Pipil, Prague's new development plan    Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:09:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8889052 News, Czech astronaut to fly to ISS, Czechs and FIFA, Czech linguists recording stories of El Salvador's Nahuat Pipil, Prague's new development plan    00:27:16https://english.radio.cz/news-czech-priests-executed-communists-beatified-vamberk-bobbin-lace-first-czech-8888954 News, Czech priests executed by communist regime beatified, Vamberk bobbin lace first Czech craft to receive European protected geographical indication status.Vojtech Naprstek exhibition in Prague.   Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:53:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8888954 News, Czech priests executed by communist regime beatified, Vamberk bobbin lace first Czech craft to receive European protected geographical indication status.Vojtech Naprstek exhibition in Prague.   00:29:03https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-06072026-8888835Broadcast in English - 06/07/2026Sun, 07 Jun 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8888835Broadcast in English - 06/07/2026https://english.radio.cz/bloody-end-vrsovci-a-medieval-purge-shaped-bohemia-8888700 The powerful Vršovci family rose to prominence in medieval Bohemia, only to face a brutal and bloody downfall. In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, Blood in Bohemia explores the massacre that nearly erased the clan from history and helped strengthen the rule of the Přemyslid dynasty. Sat, 06 Jun 2026 10:09:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8888700 The powerful Vršovci family rose to prominence in medieval Bohemia, only to face a brutal and bloody downfall. In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, Blood in Bohemia explores the massacre that nearly erased the clan from history and helped strengthen the rule of the Přemyslid dynasty. 00:29:09https://english.radio.cz/vaclav-havel-library-loses-co-founder-dagmar-havlova-cez-moves-towards-state-8888753 Václav Havel Library loses co-founder Dagmar Havlová amid deepening crisis, Czech energy giant ČEZ takes first step towards full state ownership, Rare African hawk eagle chick hatched at Czech zoo in what is likely a European first, Holešovická tržnice: Prague’s former abattoir turned vibrant market and cultural hub Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:10:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8888753 Václav Havel Library loses co-founder Dagmar Havlová amid deepening crisis, Czech energy giant ČEZ takes first step towards full state ownership, Rare African hawk eagle chick hatched at Czech zoo in what is likely a European first, Holešovická tržnice: Prague’s former abattoir turned vibrant market and cultural hub 00:29:11https://english.radio.cz/black-clad-broadcasters-warn-funding-reform-could-threaten-media-independence-8888658 Black-clad broadcasters warn funding reform could threaten media independence, Closely Watched Trains turns 60: Revisit the station where the Oscar-winning film was shot, Inside Phonopolis, the striking new game from Czech studio Amanita Design Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:51:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8888658 Black-clad broadcasters warn funding reform could threaten media independence, Closely Watched Trains turns 60: Revisit the station where the Oscar-winning film was shot, Inside Phonopolis, the striking new game from Czech studio Amanita Design 00:29:35https://english.radio.cz/prague-approves-new-zoning-plan-jakub-mensik-storms-roland-garros-semifinals-8888556 “It’s a big moment”: Prague approves plan paving way for massive number of new flats,  Czech tennis sensation Jakub Menšík storms into Roland Garros semifinals, The art that captivated Paris: Historic Mucha poster collection on display, Czech Academy of Sciences' digital archive of folk songs Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:05:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8888556 “It’s a big moment”: Prague approves plan paving way for massive number of new flats,  Czech tennis sensation Jakub Menšík storms into Roland Garros semifinals, The art that captivated Paris: Historic Mucha poster collection on display, Czech Academy of Sciences' digital archive of folk songs 00:28:19https://english.radio.cz/czechia-myanmar-karlovy-vary-unveils-2026-crystal-globe-competition-line-survey-8888454 From Czechia to Myanmar: Karlovy Vary unveils 2026 Crystal Globe competition line-up, Survey finds widespread experience of teacher-student relationships in Czechia, Stalin in Prague: A symbol of electronic music and free spirit Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8888454 From Czechia to Myanmar: Karlovy Vary unveils 2026 Crystal Globe competition line-up, Survey finds widespread experience of teacher-student relationships in Czechia, Stalin in Prague: A symbol of electronic music and free spirit 00:28:57https://english.radio.cz/czech-hero-honoured-spain-system-help-prisoners-new-czech-dementia-test-8888345 A quiet Czech hero of WWII is honoured in Spain; a new system aims to help prisoners stay out after release; new Czech test may help identify dementia. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:18:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8888345 A quiet Czech hero of WWII is honoured in Spain; a new system aims to help prisoners stay out after release; new Czech test may help identify dementia. 00:23:13https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-05312026-8888176Broadcast in English - 05/31/2026Sun, 31 May 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8888176Broadcast in English - 05/31/2026https://english.radio.cz/massacre-helped-create-czech-state-bloody-fate-slavnikovci-8888084 Was the destruction of the Slavníkovci clan a ruthless act of political consolidation, or something more complex? In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we bring you a shortened version of Blood in Bohemia episode, exploring the massacre that helped shape the future of Bohemia and continues to raise questions more than a thousand years later. Sat, 30 May 2026 13:19:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8888084 Was the destruction of the Slavníkovci clan a ruthless act of political consolidation, or something more complex? In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we bring you a shortened version of Blood in Bohemia episode, exploring the massacre that helped shape the future of Bohemia and continues to raise questions more than a thousand years later. 00:29:25https://english.radio.cz/night-churches-invites-explore-and-reflect-all-across-czechia-new-gold-coin-8888098 Leaning church or the deepest-sounding bell? Night of Churches invites to explore and reflect all across Czechia, New gold coin celebrating Plzeň sells for nearly CZK 60,000,  “When I go to the US people only know Kundera” – Jan Zikmund on bringing today’s Czech writers to the world Fri, 29 May 2026 13:53:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8888098 Leaning church or the deepest-sounding bell? Night of Churches invites to explore and reflect all across Czechia, New gold coin celebrating Plzeň sells for nearly CZK 60,000,  “When I go to the US people only know Kundera” – Jan Zikmund on bringing today’s Czech writers to the world 00:27:40https://english.radio.cz/petrin-funicular-cars-unveiled-prague-garden-opens-public-eels-saved-8887975 New funicular cars for Prague's Petřín unveiled; garden of notable Prague villa opens to public; Czech project saves eels. Thu, 28 May 2026 13:52:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8887975 New funicular cars for Prague's Petřín unveiled; garden of notable Prague villa opens to public; Czech project saves eels. 00:28:55https://english.radio.cz/fm-addresses-un-security-council-czech-senate-turns-30-folimanka-park-8887862  FM Macinka addresses UN Security Council, Czech Senate marks 30 years since founding, trip to Folimanka Park Wed, 27 May 2026 14:27:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8887862  FM Macinka addresses UN Security Council, Czech Senate marks 30 years since founding, trip to Folimanka Park 00:29:17https://english.radio.cz/richard-falbr-former-union-leader-and-politician-dies-85-child-dies-diphtheria-8887730 Richard Falbr, 1990s union leader and politician, dies at 85, Child dies of diphtheria in Czechia, prompting renewed warning against delaying vaccines, Klánovice Forest: Prague’s largest woodland with a dark past and peaceful present Tue, 26 May 2026 13:57:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8887730 Richard Falbr, 1990s union leader and politician, dies at 85, Child dies of diphtheria in Czechia, prompting renewed warning against delaying vaccines, Klánovice Forest: Prague’s largest woodland with a dark past and peaceful present 00:29:20https://english.radio.cz/prague-sounds-line-belvedere-reconstruction-sudeten-german-gathering-brno-8887621 Prague Sounds line-up, Belvedere reconstruction, Sudeten German gathering in Brno Mon, 25 May 2026 13:55:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8887621 Prague Sounds line-up, Belvedere reconstruction, Sudeten German gathering in Brno 00:27:20https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-05242026-8887471Broadcast in English - 05/24/2026Sun, 24 May 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8887471Broadcast in English - 05/24/2026https://english.radio.cz/blood-bohemia-dark-story-behind-murder-saint-wenceslas-8885234 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we introduce Blood in Bohemia, a new Czechast series by Vít Pohanka and Rob Cameron. The first episode explores the violent death of Saint Wenceslas and what it reveals about early Czech history. Sat, 23 May 2026 15:01:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8885234 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we introduce Blood in Bohemia, a new Czechast series by Vít Pohanka and Rob Cameron. The first episode explores the violent death of Saint Wenceslas and what it reveals about early Czech history. 00:29:29https://english.radio.cz/nanoplastics-penetrate-lungs-protective-barrier-we-have-no-way-eliminate-them-8887387 Nanoplastics penetrate the lungs’ protective barrier: "We have no way to eliminate them," scientists warn, “Brits and Czechs have a lot of shared DNA,” says Ambassador Matt Field at launch of new book, Štvanice: Prague crossroads of history and sports Fri, 22 May 2026 14:28:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8887387 Nanoplastics penetrate the lungs’ protective barrier: "We have no way to eliminate them," scientists warn, “Brits and Czechs have a lot of shared DNA,” says Ambassador Matt Field at launch of new book, Štvanice: Prague crossroads of history and sports 00:27:34https://english.radio.cz/fragile-security-conference-ukraine-war-defining-security-challenge-our-time-8887260 Fragile Security conference: Ukraine war defining security challenge of our time, About half of the domestic harvest destroyed by spring frost, the cost will be significant, This year’s Open House Prague to highlight urban transformation through sites such as Bubny Station and the Severin riding hall Thu, 21 May 2026 14:13:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8887260 Fragile Security conference: Ukraine war defining security challenge of our time, About half of the domestic harvest destroyed by spring frost, the cost will be significant, This year’s Open House Prague to highlight urban transformation through sites such as Bubny Station and the Severin riding hall 00:29:16https://english.radio.cz/czechia-receive-american-doctor-exposed-ebola-new-plaques-old-jewish-cemetery-8887128 Czechia to receive American doctor exposed to ebola, new plaques at Old Jewish Cemetery, Czechia among top 10 conference destinations    Wed, 20 May 2026 14:19:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8887128 Czechia to receive American doctor exposed to ebola, new plaques at Old Jewish Cemetery, Czechia among top 10 conference destinations    00:27:57https://english.radio.cz/father-detox-jaroslav-skala-began-helping-people-sober-prague-75-years-ago-lynx-8886994 “Father of detox” Jaroslav Skála began helping people sober up in Prague 75 years ago, Lynx Bardi crosses Czechia from south to north in record-breaking journey, Jules Verne’s dream machine takes flight in Czech record-breaking replica Tue, 19 May 2026 13:21:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8886994 “Father of detox” Jaroslav Skála began helping people sober up in Prague 75 years ago, Lynx Bardi crosses Czechia from south to north in record-breaking journey, Jules Verne’s dream machine takes flight in Czech record-breaking replica 00:27:57https://english.radio.cz/news-globsec-conference-prague-saint-zdislavas-skull-saved-new-gallery-space-8886901 News, Globsec conference in Prague, Saint Zdislava's skull saved, new gallery space in Prague, the problems young mums face when returning to work  Mon, 18 May 2026 14:55:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8886901 News, Globsec conference in Prague, Saint Zdislava's skull saved, new gallery space in Prague, the problems young mums face when returning to work  00:29:19https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-05172026-8886746Broadcast in English - 05/17/2026Sun, 17 May 2026 00:05:02 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8886746Broadcast in English - 05/17/2026https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-05162026-8886735Broadcast in English - 05/16/2026Sat, 16 May 2026 16:35:02 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8886735Broadcast in English - 05/16/202600:27:39https://english.radio.cz/czech-radio-plus-conference-spotlight-ukraines-future-and-europes-defence-8886645 Czech Radio Plus conference to spotlight Ukraine’s future and Europe’s defence strategy, Who is turning 100 and still making children laugh? Meet Hurvínek, Prague Fringe at 25: Steve Gove and Angus Coull on turning an idea into a leading fringe festival Fri, 15 May 2026 14:18:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8886645 Czech Radio Plus conference to spotlight Ukraine’s future and Europe’s defence strategy, Who is turning 100 and still making children laugh? Meet Hurvínek, Prague Fringe at 25: Steve Gove and Angus Coull on turning an idea into a leading fringe festival 00:29:08https://english.radio.cz/daniel-zizka-takes-eurovision-stage-crossroads-popular-czech-bedtime-story-8886540 Daniel Žižka takes Eurovision stage with Crossroads, Czech animation at its best: Popular Czech bedtime story character Maxipes Fík turns 50, Baba, Prague’s modernist plateau: architecture, views and European heritage Thu, 14 May 2026 14:55:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8886540 Daniel Žižka takes Eurovision stage with Crossroads, Czech animation at its best: Popular Czech bedtime story character Maxipes Fík turns 50, Baba, Prague’s modernist plateau: architecture, views and European heritage 00:29:24https://english.radio.cz/pundit-sudetens-controversy-skull-theft-curse-warning-book-world-prague-head-8886421 Pundit discusses the debate over a Sudeten German meeting planned for Brno; Catholic prelate warns of curse after theft of relic; Book World Prague chief on 2026 edition. Wed, 13 May 2026 14:32:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8886421 Pundit discusses the debate over a Sudeten German meeting planned for Brno; Catholic prelate warns of curse after theft of relic; Book World Prague chief on 2026 edition. 00:28:16https://english.radio.cz/wolfgang-beltracchi-exhibition-new-app-helping-adapt-climate-change-sumperaky-8886302 Europe’s most notorious art forger now exhibiting in Prague, new app to help cities adapt to climate change, history of Czechia's Šumperaky houses  Tue, 12 May 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8886302 Europe’s most notorious art forger now exhibiting in Prague, new app to help cities adapt to climate change, history of Czechia's Šumperaky houses  00:29:26https://english.radio.cz/slavia-fan-shocking-derby-scenes-czech-italian-nico-moro-sets-another-epic-walk-8886180 “I’m very ashamed for my club”: Slavia fan on shocking derby scenes, Czech-Italian Nico Moro sets off on another epic walk for a cause, Barbara Hannigan, Sir Simon Rattle and composer Unsuk Chin among highlights of Prague Spring 2026 Mon, 11 May 2026 13:24:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8886180 “I’m very ashamed for my club”: Slavia fan on shocking derby scenes, Czech-Italian Nico Moro sets off on another epic walk for a cause, Barbara Hannigan, Sir Simon Rattle and composer Unsuk Chin among highlights of Prague Spring 2026 00:29:04https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-05102026-8886052Broadcast in English - 05/10/2026Sun, 10 May 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8886052Broadcast in English - 05/10/2026https://english.radio.cz/looking-czechias-communist-legacy-8885920 How should Czechia deal with its Communist past? Interview with Kamil Nedvědický Sat, 09 May 2026 15:20:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8885920 How should Czechia deal with its Communist past? Interview with Kamil Nedvědický 00:29:05https://english.radio.cz/fighting-nazis-humour-wartime-broadcasts-legendary-voskovec-and-werich-8885904 Fighting the Nazis with humour: wartime broadcasts by the legendary Voskovec and Werich Fri, 08 May 2026 14:35:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8885904 Fighting the Nazis with humour: wartime broadcasts by the legendary Voskovec and Werich 00:30:00https://english.radio.cz/sudeten-german-congress-brno-stirs-controversy-wwii-paratroopers-get-linden-tree-8885893 Sudeten German Congress in Brno stirs controversy, WWII paratroopers get lindent tree memorial, Vojta Náprstek Reloaded exhibition Thu, 07 May 2026 13:45:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8885893 Sudeten German Congress in Brno stirs controversy, WWII paratroopers get lindent tree memorial, Vojta Náprstek Reloaded exhibition 00:26:35https://english.radio.cz/tens-thousands-rally-prague-support-public-media-prague-fossil-discovery-british-8885737 “No Orbanization of Czechia!”: Tens of thousands rally in Prague in support of public media, ‘Badass survivors of Earth’s first mass extinction’: Prague fossil discovery sheds new light on early life, British Ambassador Matt Field on Czechia, Ukraine and why public media “matter more than ever” Wed, 06 May 2026 11:12:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8885737 “No Orbanization of Czechia!”: Tens of thousands rally in Prague in support of public media, ‘Badass survivors of Earth’s first mass extinction’: Prague fossil discovery sheds new light on early life, British Ambassador Matt Field on Czechia, Ukraine and why public media “matter more than ever” 00:28:55https://english.radio.cz/prague-uprising-remembered-czech-radio-anifilm-25-myths-japanese-animation-8885666 “Freedom is not a given”: Prague Uprising remembered at Czech Radio, Anifilm at 25: myths, Japanese animation highlights, and Prince of Persia creator, Linguist Julie Sedivy on losing first language Czech – and getting it back again Tue, 05 May 2026 14:09:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8885666 “Freedom is not a given”: Prague Uprising remembered at Czech Radio, Anifilm at 25: myths, Japanese animation highlights, and Prince of Persia creator, Linguist Julie Sedivy on losing first language Czech – and getting it back again 00:29:07https://english.radio.cz/firefighters-hold-line-bohemian-switzerland-drought-fuels-fire-risk-across-8885561 Firefighters hold line in Bohemian Switzerland as drought fuels fire risk across Czechia, Priceless Great Moravia finds displayed in Modrá Treasury, From Prague to Australia: the lost photographs of Jiří Viktor Daneš Mon, 04 May 2026 14:59:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8885561 Firefighters hold line in Bohemian Switzerland as drought fuels fire risk across Czechia, Priceless Great Moravia finds displayed in Modrá Treasury, From Prague to Australia: the lost photographs of Jiří Viktor Daneš 00:28:06https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-05032026-8885395Broadcast in English - 05/03/2026Sun, 03 May 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8885395Broadcast in English - 05/03/2026https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-05022026-8885374Broadcast in English - 05/02/2026Sat, 02 May 2026 16:35:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8885374Broadcast in English - 05/02/202600:29:29https://english.radio.cz/news-peter-sis-stamp-drought-threatening-harvest-trip-totelc-8885198 News, Peter Sís stamp marking Vojtěch Náprstek anniversary, drought threatening harvest, trip toTelč, a Renaissance gem in south-east Bohemia. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:31:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8885198 News, Peter Sís stamp marking Vojtěch Náprstek anniversary, drought threatening harvest, trip toTelč, a Renaissance gem in south-east Bohemia. 00:28:22https://english.radio.cz/news-kratom-intoxications-rise-baroque-stirin-chateau-still-unsold-8885113 News, kratom intoxications on the rise, fate of Baroque Štiřín Chateau uncertain, interview with expert on extinct languages Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:19:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8885113 News, kratom intoxications on the rise, fate of Baroque Štiřín Chateau uncertain, interview with expert on extinct languages 00:28:34https://english.radio.cz/united-islands-festival-prague-ledecka-reshuffles-team-stvanice-island-prague-8884976 United Islands festival to take place in Prague this weekend, Ledecka reshuffles team in pursuit of Crystal Globe dream, Štvanice Island in Prague  Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:54:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8884976 United Islands festival to take place in Prague this weekend, Ledecka reshuffles team in pursuit of Crystal Globe dream, Štvanice Island in Prague  00:29:24https://english.radio.cz/politicians-clash-over-czechias-defense-spending-shortfall-czechia-ranks-high-8884896 Politicians clash over Czechia's defense spending shortfall, Czechia ranks high in Prosperity Index, but sociologist Daniel Prokop warns results can mislead, Klánovice Forest Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:28:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8884896 Politicians clash over Czechia's defense spending shortfall, Czechia ranks high in Prosperity Index, but sociologist Daniel Prokop warns results can mislead, Klánovice Forest 00:31:57https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-04262026-8884739Broadcast in English - 04/26/2026Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8884739Broadcast in English - 04/26/2026https://english.radio.cz/alejandro-cruz-a-mexican-expats-journey-prague-8884583 The weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes brings a conversation with Mexican expat Alejandro Cruz, who has made Prague his home. He reflects on culture shock, identity, and adapting to a very different society. His story offers insight into what it means to live as a foreigner in Czechia. Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:41:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8884583 The weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes brings a conversation with Mexican expat Alejandro Cruz, who has made Prague his home. He reflects on culture shock, identity, and adapting to a very different society. His story offers insight into what it means to live as a foreigner in Czechia. 00:27:29https://english.radio.cz/she-remembered-every-word-ex-ambassador-recalls-queen-elizabeth-ii-premyslids-8884644 “She remembered every word”: Former ambassador recalls Queen Elizabeth II at book launch, The Přemyslids: A dynasty that shaped Europe revisited at National Museum, From London to Bohemia: Benjamin Souček on restoring stately homes and family roots Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:38:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8884644 “She remembered every word”: Former ambassador recalls Queen Elizabeth II at book launch, The Přemyslids: A dynasty that shaped Europe revisited at National Museum, From London to Bohemia: Benjamin Souček on restoring stately homes and family roots 00:29:09https://english.radio.cz/public-service-media-debate-escalates-young-czech-pianist-jan-schulmeister-wins-8884540 Public service media debate escalates: Employees in strike alert as Babiš meets Chudárek, Young Czech pianist Jan Schulmeister wins prestigious BBC music award, Dancing House exhibition marks 30 years of Prague landmark, A Czech Harry Potter collector: the Weasley twins are the quickest to send their autographs Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:22:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8884540 Public service media debate escalates: Employees in strike alert as Babiš meets Chudárek, Young Czech pianist Jan Schulmeister wins prestigious BBC music award, Dancing House exhibition marks 30 years of Prague landmark, A Czech Harry Potter collector: the Weasley twins are the quickest to send their autographs 00:28:33https://english.radio.cz/plzen-1945-celebrations-composers-summit-prague-mexican-musician-omar-rojas-8884435 Plzeň to celebrate liberation by US troops, 81 years later; Composers Summit draws film music authors to Prague; Mexican musician based in Prague Omar Rojas. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:31:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8884435 Plzeň to celebrate liberation by US troops, 81 years later; Composers Summit draws film music authors to Prague; Mexican musician based in Prague Omar Rojas. 00:28:22https://english.radio.cz/amnesty-czechias-human-rights-record-karlovy-vary-festival-pay-tribute-havel-8884302 Amnesty’s Martina Nejedlá on Czechia’s human rights record, Karlovy Vary festival to pay tribute to Havel, Vášáryová, Mariánské Lázně, Rare aardwolf cubs born at Dvůr Králové Safari Park, Women in high places: meet two women who thrive in unlikely jobs Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:47:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8884302 Amnesty’s Martina Nejedlá on Czechia’s human rights record, Karlovy Vary festival to pay tribute to Havel, Vášáryová, Mariánské Lázně, Rare aardwolf cubs born at Dvůr Králové Safari Park, Women in high places: meet two women who thrive in unlikely jobs 00:28:54https://english.radio.cz/govt-plane-clash-czech-made-game-takes-uk-prize-stinky-cheese-real-bagels-prague-8884187 Clash over state plane reflects foreign policy switch; Czech-made video game takes BAFTA; smelly Czech cheese marks anniversary; US woman brings authentic bagels to Prague. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:02:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8884187 Clash over state plane reflects foreign policy switch; Czech-made video game takes BAFTA; smelly Czech cheese marks anniversary; US woman brings authentic bagels to Prague. 00:29:18https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-04192026-8884014Broadcast in English - 04/19/2026Sun, 19 Apr 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8884014Broadcast in English - 04/19/2026https://english.radio.cz/czechias-defence-readiness-strong-foundations-slower-decisions-8883891 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we speak to Martin Sklenář of Globsec about how ready Czechia really is to respond to a crisis. His report ranks the country as a “mid-tier” performer—well-equipped, but slower in decision-making. What does that mean for NATO and European security? Sat, 18 Apr 2026 13:05:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8883891 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we speak to Martin Sklenář of Globsec about how ready Czechia really is to respond to a crisis. His report ranks the country as a “mid-tier” performer—well-equipped, but slower in decision-making. What does that mean for NATO and European security? 00:24:01https://english.radio.cz/nato-chief-mark-rutte-prague-jan-potmesil-death-dvorecky-bridge-opens-prague-8883931 NATO chief Mark Rutte in Prague for talks on defense spending, actor Jan Potměšil death, Dvorecký Bridge opens in Prague Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:22:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8883931 NATO chief Mark Rutte in Prague for talks on defense spending, actor Jan Potměšil death, Dvorecký Bridge opens in Prague 00:27:42https://english.radio.cz/william-kentridge-exhibition-kunsthalle-elias-grandy-leading-prague-radio-8883799 William Kentridge exhibition at Kunsthalle, Elias Grandy on leading the Prague Radio Symphony Orchestra, interview with linguist Jan Bičovský on what dead languages sounded like  Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:18:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8883799 William Kentridge exhibition at Kunsthalle, Elias Grandy on leading the Prague Radio Symphony Orchestra, interview with linguist Jan Bičovský on what dead languages sounded like  00:29:20https://english.radio.cz/concerns-over-media-independence-funding-changes-loom-globsec-czechia-strong-8883686 Concerns over public media independence in Czechia, as government unveils funding shake-up, Globsec report: Czechia strong in defence industry but lags in crisis decision-making, The National Library in the Clementinum Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:21:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8883686 Concerns over public media independence in Czechia, as government unveils funding shake-up, Globsec report: Czechia strong in defence industry but lags in crisis decision-making, The National Library in the Clementinum 00:27:23https://english.radio.cz/prague-city-tourism-new-implants-czech-route-66-financing-public-media-8883565 Prague City Tourism, Czech scientists develop new implants, Czech "Route 66" event, financing of public media Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:24:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8883565 Prague City Tourism, Czech scientists develop new implants, Czech "Route 66" event, financing of public media 00:27:46https://english.radio.cz/hungary-after-orban-what-expect-peter-magyar-czech-women-seal-dramatic-comeback-8883436 Hungary after Orbán: What to expect from Péter Magyar, Czech women seal dramatic comeback to reach Billie Jean King Cup finals, Moravian Karst caves may become next Czech UNESCO natural heritage site Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:57:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8883436 Hungary after Orbán: What to expect from Péter Magyar, Czech women seal dramatic comeback to reach Billie Jean King Cup finals, Moravian Karst caves may become next Czech UNESCO natural heritage site 00:27:31https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-04122026-8883280Broadcast in English - 04/12/2026Sun, 12 Apr 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8883280Broadcast in English - 04/12/2026https://english.radio.cz/petr-dudek-why-czech-mood-today-may-be-worse-havels-blba-nalada-1990s-8883151 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, Petr Dudek, a current affairs editor at Czech Radio, looks back at the 1990s and their lasting impact on Czech society. He reflects on how Czech media and political communication have evolved over the past three decades. The interview also explores how today’s atmosphere compares to that earlier period. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:19:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8883151 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, Petr Dudek, a current affairs editor at Czech Radio, looks back at the 1990s and their lasting impact on Czech society. He reflects on how Czech media and political communication have evolved over the past three decades. The interview also explores how today’s atmosphere compares to that earlier period. 00:29:25https://english.radio.cz/czech-pussy-riot-radio-play-takes-award-ai-mayor-end-mining-north-moravia-8883180 Czech Radio radio play centered on Pussy Riot takes award in the UK; first Czech village gets AI mayor; end of mining in North Moravia after over two centuries. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:23:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8883180 Czech Radio radio play centered on Pussy Riot takes award in the UK; first Czech village gets AI mayor; end of mining in North Moravia after over two centuries. 00:28:22https://english.radio.cz/czech-vatican-treaty-hits-rocks-national-collection-bad-habits-imrich-bugar-dies-8883092 Czech-Vatican treaty hits the rocks, Kateřina Šedá's book National Collection of Bad Habits, Imrich Bugar dies at 70, trip to Holešovická tržnice Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:11:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8883092 Czech-Vatican treaty hits the rocks, Kateřina Šedá's book National Collection of Bad Habits, Imrich Bugar dies at 70, trip to Holešovická tržnice 00:27:56https://english.radio.cz/pavel-and-nato-summit-wwii-hero-recalled-prague-1990s-expat-press-8882968 Pavel and government at odds over NATO summit; WWII hero Peřina remembered; Mark Baker on 1990s Prague English-language media; Kačina Chateau's grand library. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:20:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8882968 Pavel and government at odds over NATO summit; WWII hero Peřina remembered; Mark Baker on 1990s Prague English-language media; Kačina Chateau's grand library. 00:26:55https://english.radio.cz/czech-government-introduces-daily-fuel-price-ceilings-economists-remain-8882846 Czech government introduces daily fuel price ceilings, economists remain sceptical, The most leaning tower in the world? Michalovice aspiring for place in Guinness World Records, From “dark mode” to real-life connection: How Pavlína Louženská reads the future Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:55:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8882846 Czech government introduces daily fuel price ceilings, economists remain sceptical, The most leaning tower in the world? Michalovice aspiring for place in Guinness World Records, From “dark mode” to real-life connection: How Pavlína Louženská reads the future 00:29:21https://english.radio.cz/maidens-war-czech-legend-efforts-save-st-linhards-church-8882415 The Maidens' War -story of famous Czech legend, and village church cut off by water - Pasohlávky seeking to save St. Linhart’s Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:05:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8882415 The Maidens' War -story of famous Czech legend, and village church cut off by water - Pasohlávky seeking to save St. Linhart’s 00:29:26https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-04052026-8882674Broadcast in English - 04/05/2026Sun, 05 Apr 2026 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8882674Broadcast in English - 04/05/2026https://english.radio.cz/telling-a-countrys-story-world-petr-brod-about-international-media-and-rpi-8882563 In Czechia in 30 minutes, journalist and veteran broadcaster Petr Brod looks back at the history of international broadcasting and its role during the Cold War. He also reflects on how global media have changed in the digital age. And he considers what future there may be for services like Radio Prague International.   Sat, 04 Apr 2026 11:05:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8882563 In Czechia in 30 minutes, journalist and veteran broadcaster Petr Brod looks back at the history of international broadcasting and its role during the Cold War. He also reflects on how global media have changed in the digital age. And he considers what future there may be for services like Radio Prague International.   00:24:58https://english.radio.cz/alice-masaryks-easter-truce-and-josef-sima-painting-rediscovered-8882417 Alice Masaryk's "Easter truce" - a legacy of peace and compassion,  Josef Šíma painting rediscovered after nearly a century to go to auction in New York Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:13:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8882417 Alice Masaryk's "Easter truce" - a legacy of peace and compassion,  Josef Šíma painting rediscovered after nearly a century to go to auction in New York 00:29:08https://english.radio.cz/mental-health-digital-risks-and-family-conflicts-among-top-priorities-new-8882616 Mental health, digital risks and family conflicts among top priorities for new Children’s Ombudsman, Czech Technical University launches Visual Computing and Game Design studies, “We could not rely on international law”: Matviichuk speaks to Czechs about justice in Ukraine Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:10:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8882616 Mental health, digital risks and family conflicts among top priorities for new Children’s Ombudsman, Czech Technical University launches Visual Computing and Game Design studies, “We could not rely on international law”: Matviichuk speaks to Czechs about justice in Ukraine 00:29:27https://english.radio.cz/czechs-end-20-year-world-cup-wait-dramatic-win-czech-birth-rate-falls-lowest-8882505 Euphoria in Prague: Czechs end 20-year World Cup wait with dramatic win, Demographers ringing alarm bells: Czech birth rate falls to lowest level since 1785, Prague’s National Museum to display Olympic gold medal of Olga Fikotová-Connolly, Library of the Archbishop’s Castle in Kroměříž, Following in Henry’s footsteps: KCD fans flock to real-life Bohemian locations Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:12:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8882505 Euphoria in Prague: Czechs end 20-year World Cup wait with dramatic win, Demographers ringing alarm bells: Czech birth rate falls to lowest level since 1785, Prague’s National Museum to display Olympic gold medal of Olga Fikotová-Connolly, Library of the Archbishop’s Castle in Kroměříž, Following in Henry’s footsteps: KCD fans flock to real-life Bohemian locations 00:28:28https://english.radio.cz/czech-slovak-cabinet-session-drink-spiking-probiotic-dental-nanofloss-8882370 Czech-Slovak joint cabinet session, push to criminalize drink spiking, Czech scientists develop probiotic dental nanofloss, Pisek bridge Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:32:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8882370 Czech-Slovak joint cabinet session, push to criminalize drink spiking, Czech scientists develop probiotic dental nanofloss, Pisek bridge 00:28:09https://english.radio.cz/editors-vs-pm-babis-czech-media-push-back-over-attacks-journalism-czech-8882222 News. Editors vs. PM Babiš: Czech media push back over attacks on journalism, Czech experiment with cash and social help for homeless people challenges stereotypes, How Liberec Zoo became a global leader in bird of prey conservation Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:42:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8882222 News. Editors vs. PM Babiš: Czech media push back over attacks on journalism, Czech experiment with cash and social help for homeless people challenges stereotypes, How Liberec Zoo became a global leader in bird of prey conservation 00:29:37https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-03292026-8882082Broadcast in English - 03/29/2026Sun, 29 Mar 2026 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8882082Broadcast in English - 03/29/2026https://english.radio.cz/knitting-films-and-trains-inside-olomoucs-most-unusual-cinema-8881927 Czechia in 30 minutes (weekend edition) explores a cinema hidden inside a railway station in Olomouc. The Waiting Room offers films alongside creative ideas—from community screenings to unusual clubs. It’s a reminder that cinema can still surprise, even in the streaming era. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 10:14:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8881927 Czechia in 30 minutes (weekend edition) explores a cinema hidden inside a railway station in Olomouc. The Waiting Room offers films alongside creative ideas—from community screenings to unusual clubs. It’s a reminder that cinema can still surprise, even in the streaming era. 00:29:32https://english.radio.cz/efforts-curb-kratom-use-czechs-beat-ireland-wc-qualifier-czech-typography-8881964 Efforts to curb kratom use among teenagers, Czechs beat Ireland in World Cup qualifier, history of Czech typography Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:02:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8881964 Efforts to curb kratom use among teenagers, Czechs beat Ireland in World Cup qualifier, history of Czech typography 00:29:04https://english.radio.cz/sverak-turns-90-figure-skating-wc-prague-end-coal-mining-ostrava-basin-8881848 Oscar-winning film director Svěrák turns 90, Figure- skating WC in Prague, end of coal mining in Ostrava-Karviná basin Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:36:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8881848 Oscar-winning film director Svěrák turns 90, Figure- skating WC in Prague, end of coal mining in Ostrava-Karviná basin 00:28:15https://english.radio.cz/czech-us-nationals-among-suspects-charged-pardubice-arson-case-pragues-national-8881735 Czech, US nationals among suspects charged in Pardubice terror arson case, Prague’s National Museum sends mobile 3D digitization lab to Ukraine to protect cultural heritage, Dozens detained in major match-fixing and corruption probe in Czech football, Lokšany Library: The oldest castle library in Bohemia Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:13:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8881735 Czech, US nationals among suspects charged in Pardubice terror arson case, Prague’s National Museum sends mobile 3D digitization lab to Ukraine to protect cultural heritage, Dozens detained in major match-fixing and corruption probe in Czech football, Lokšany Library: The oldest castle library in Bohemia 00:27:45https://english.radio.cz/czech-coalition-moves-scrap-licence-fees-some-groups-sparking-backlash-new-guide-8881637 Czech coalition moves to scrap licence fees for some groups, sparking backlash, how to travel responsibly in Czechia: new guide encourages visitors to explore the country with respect, who owns Czech football? Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:44:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8881637 Czech coalition moves to scrap licence fees for some groups, sparking backlash, how to travel responsibly in Czechia: new guide encourages visitors to explore the country with respect, who owns Czech football? 00:27:29https://english.radio.cz/pardubice-arms-firm-fire-sparks-debate-over-security-ceskomoravska-metro-station-8881518 Pardubice arms firm fire sparks debate over security, Českomoravská metro station reopens with bubble glass panels by Maxim Velčovský, Klánovice Forest: Prague’s largest woodland with a dark past and peaceful present Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:17:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8881518 Pardubice arms firm fire sparks debate over security, Českomoravská metro station reopens with bubble glass panels by Maxim Velčovský, Klánovice Forest: Prague’s largest woodland with a dark past and peaceful present 00:29:17https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-03222026-8881369Broadcast in English - 03/22/2026Sun, 22 Mar 2026 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8881369Broadcast in English - 03/22/2026https://english.radio.cz/wartime-love-life-czechoslovakia-joy-kadeckovas-story-tragedy-and-hope-8881167 Joy Kadečková’s life was shaped by a promise she made during the Second World War to her Czech husband, an RAF pilot. After his death, she moved with their son to Czechoslovakia and built a life there through decades of political upheaval. In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we bring you her extraordinary story from the Memory of Nations archive. Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:34:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8881167 Joy Kadečková’s life was shaped by a promise she made during the Second World War to her Czech husband, an RAF pilot. After his death, she moved with their son to Czechoslovakia and built a life there through decades of political upheaval. In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we bring you her extraordinary story from the Memory of Nations archive. 00:28:58https://english.radio.cz/national-gallery-prague-head-unexpectedly-dismissed-giant-e-coli-lands-brno-days-8881244 Dismissal without explanation: National Gallery Prague enters uncertain chapter, Giant E. coli lands in Brno for the Days of Electron Microscopy,  Prague Castle research reveals hidden wilderness Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:41:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8881244 Dismissal without explanation: National Gallery Prague enters uncertain chapter, Giant E. coli lands in Brno for the Days of Electron Microscopy,  Prague Castle research reveals hidden wilderness 00:28:34https://english.radio.cz/resilience-czech-documentary-highlights-efforts-save-white-tailed-eagles-illegal-8881124 Resilience: Czech documentary highlights efforts to save white-tailed eagles from illegal poisons, More than just music: 15 years of the Žižkovská noc festival bringing values to the stage, Czechia boasts the biggest organic lavender field in Europe Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:17:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8881124 Resilience: Czech documentary highlights efforts to save white-tailed eagles from illegal poisons, More than just music: 15 years of the Žižkovská noc festival bringing values to the stage, Czechia boasts the biggest organic lavender field in Europe 00:27:43https://english.radio.cz/can-defence-spending-boost-economy-kutna-hora-chocolatiers-win-chocolate-oscars-8881006 Helena Horská: “If you don’t feel safe, you won’t do business”, Kutná Hora chocolatiers travel to London to collect ‘chocolate Oscars’ medals, Strahov Library: Baroque gem ranked among the most beautiful in the world, Suitcase of journalist Milena Jesenská discovered after decades acquired by Prague museum Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:37:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8881006 Helena Horská: “If you don’t feel safe, you won’t do business”, Kutná Hora chocolatiers travel to London to collect ‘chocolate Oscars’ medals, Strahov Library: Baroque gem ranked among the most beautiful in the world, Suitcase of journalist Milena Jesenská discovered after decades acquired by Prague museum 00:28:43https://english.radio.cz/pragues-jewish-museum-opens-concerts-people-dementia-czech-swimmer-jakub-8880877 News, Making culture accessible to all: Prague’s Jewish Museum opens concerts to people with dementia, Czech swimmer Jakub Kačerovský first Czech to swim across Cook Strait solo, Voices of Dead Languages: Jan Bičovský on bringing ancient languages back to life Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:32:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8880877 News, Making culture accessible to all: Prague’s Jewish Museum opens concerts to people with dementia, Czech swimmer Jakub Kačerovský first Czech to swim across Cook Strait solo, Voices of Dead Languages: Jan Bičovský on bringing ancient languages back to life 00:29:21https://english.radio.cz/czech-danish-mr-nobody-against-putin-wins-oscar-caravan-takes-top-prize-czech-8880781 Czech Oscar joy: Co-produced documentary Mr. Nobody Against Putin among winners, Makers “over the moon” as Caravan takes top prize at Czech Lions, New fuel price reporting rules take effect in Czechia amid oil market tensions, Czech Academy of Sciences launches a digital archive of 15,000 folk songs Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:05:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8880781 Czech Oscar joy: Co-produced documentary Mr. Nobody Against Putin among winners, Makers “over the moon” as Caravan takes top prize at Czech Lions, New fuel price reporting rules take effect in Czechia amid oil market tensions, Czech Academy of Sciences launches a digital archive of 15,000 folk songs 00:28:48https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-03152026-8880621Broadcast in English - 03/15/2026Sun, 15 Mar 2026 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8880621Broadcast in English - 03/15/2026https://english.radio.cz/why-communist-past-still-matters-czechia-8880485 More than three decades after the Velvet Revolution, debates about how Czech society deals with its communist past continue. In Czechia in 30 Minutes, Vít Pohanka speaks with Kamil Nedvědický, First Deputy Director of the Institute for the Study of Totalitarian Regimes, about justice after 1989, the legacy of the 1948 communist coup, and why understanding life under the regime remains important for younger generations today. Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:06:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8880485 More than three decades after the Velvet Revolution, debates about how Czech society deals with its communist past continue. In Czechia in 30 Minutes, Vít Pohanka speaks with Kamil Nedvědický, First Deputy Director of the Institute for the Study of Totalitarian Regimes, about justice after 1989, the legacy of the 1948 communist coup, and why understanding life under the regime remains important for younger generations today. 00:29:05https://english.radio.cz/czech-firms-seek-opportunities-texas-czech-experts-help-breed-philippine-eagle-8880519 Czech firms seek opportunities in Texas during Deputy PM Havlíček’s US trade mission, Czech experts help breed Philippine eagle chick for the first time in 13 years, New Czech Radio U.S. correspondent Jana Ciglerová on Czech-Americans and MAGA and trading Miami for Washington Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:01:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8880519 Czech firms seek opportunities in Texas during Deputy PM Havlíček’s US trade mission, Czech experts help breed Philippine eagle chick for the first time in 13 years, New Czech Radio U.S. correspondent Jana Ciglerová on Czech-Americans and MAGA and trading Miami for Washington 00:29:11https://english.radio.cz/misha-glenny-babis-will-take-notice-orban-defeat-bazaar-festival-kicks-8880432 Misha Glenny: Babiš will take notice of Orban defeat, “How and why we group together”: 12th edition of Bazaar Festival focuses on community, Journalist Petr Brod on Czech-German relations and the place of radio in society Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:44:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8880432 Misha Glenny: Babiš will take notice of Orban defeat, “How and why we group together”: 12th edition of Bazaar Festival focuses on community, Journalist Petr Brod on Czech-German relations and the place of radio in society 00:29:10https://english.radio.cz/who-opposition-leader-video-game-tourism-scientist-veronika-verdonckt-smutna-8880326 If President Pavel isn't opposition leader, who is?; tourism inspired by video game Deliverance: Kingdom Come; scientist Veronika Verdonckt Smutná. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:49:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8880326 If President Pavel isn't opposition leader, who is?; tourism inspired by video game Deliverance: Kingdom Come; scientist Veronika Verdonckt Smutná. 00:29:31https://english.radio.cz/one-world-film-festival-czech-investors-fear-dubai-investments-transgender-8880215 One World Film Festival, Czech investors bracing for losses in Dubai, interview with transgender activist Lenka Kralova Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:54:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8880215 One World Film Festival, Czech investors bracing for losses in Dubai, interview with transgender activist Lenka Kralova 00:28:22https://english.radio.cz/pavel-third-anniversary-winter-paralympics-success-rare-chameleons-8880102 Petr Pavel on international affairs on third annivesary in office; Winter Paralympics success; zoo breeds rare chameleons; 1970s film How a Housing Development Is Born Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:01:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8880102 Petr Pavel on international affairs on third annivesary in office; Winter Paralympics success; zoo breeds rare chameleons; 1970s film How a Housing Development Is Born 00:29:22https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-03082026-8879945Broadcast in English - 03/08/2026Sun, 08 Mar 2026 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8879945Broadcast in English - 03/08/2026https://english.radio.cz/averil-hucks-feminist-walking-tours-uncover-pragues-hidden-womens-history-8879836 Averil Huck’s feminist walking tours uncover Prague’s hidden women’s history, Bohemian Switzerland Ridge Trail Sat, 07 Mar 2026 14:26:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8879836 Averil Huck’s feminist walking tours uncover Prague’s hidden women’s history, Bohemian Switzerland Ridge Trail 00:28:26https://english.radio.cz/pundit-coalition-will-clash-more-often-now-babis-has-immunity-prague-museum-8879835 Pundit: Coalition “will clash more often” now Babiš has immunity, Prague museum acquires suitcase of journalist Milena Jesenská, Vít Hořejš and Bonnie Stein on their indie movie co-starring 200-year-old Czech marionettes Fri, 06 Mar 2026 14:20:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8879835 Pundit: Coalition “will clash more often” now Babiš has immunity, Prague museum acquires suitcase of journalist Milena Jesenská, Vít Hořejš and Bonnie Stein on their indie movie co-starring 200-year-old Czech marionettes 00:29:09https://english.radio.cz/czechia-less-vulnerable-energy-turmoil-despite-middle-east-tensions-illegal-8879679 Czechia less vulnerable to energy turmoil despite Middle East tensions, illegal distilleries on the rise following hike in excise tax, Karel Břinda on research at Harvard and working with bacteria as if they were books Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:10:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8879679 Czechia less vulnerable to energy turmoil despite Middle East tensions, illegal distilleries on the rise following hike in excise tax, Karel Břinda on research at Harvard and working with bacteria as if they were books 00:29:25https://english.radio.cz/pavel-prioritises-security-speech-mps-historic-crystal-chandelier-undergoes-8879607 Pavel prioritises security in speech to MPs amid defence spending debate,  Historic crystal chandelier from Hejnice church undergoes restoration in Kamenický Šenov, Radio Prague Int. launches 90th birthday celebrations amid fears of closure Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:29:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8879607 Pavel prioritises security in speech to MPs amid defence spending debate,  Historic crystal chandelier from Hejnice church undergoes restoration in Kamenický Šenov, Radio Prague Int. launches 90th birthday celebrations amid fears of closure 00:29:06https://english.radio.cz/repatriation-efforts-continue-bronze-age-archeological-find-czech-chocolate-8879456 Efforts continue to repatriate hundreds of Czech tourists stranded in the Middle East, Stone found in a South Moravian backyard identified as Bronze Age spearhead mould, Prague-based chocolate company Steiner & Kovarik      Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:45:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8879456 Efforts continue to repatriate hundreds of Czech tourists stranded in the Middle East, Stone found in a South Moravian backyard identified as Bronze Age spearhead mould, Prague-based chocolate company Steiner & Kovarik      00:28:27https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-8879355 Moves to repatriate Czechs stuck in Middle East amid conflict; museum celebrates glassmaking tradition; the Fulbright Scholars who have stayed in Czechia. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:21:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8879355 Moves to repatriate Czechs stuck in Middle East amid conflict; museum celebrates glassmaking tradition; the Fulbright Scholars who have stayed in Czechia. 00:28:00https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-03012026-8879204Broadcast in English - 03/01/2026Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8879204Broadcast in English - 03/01/2026https://english.radio.cz/younger-voice-defense-katerina-gruntova-nato-and-czech-security-8879041 After recent conversations with two former Czech foreign ministers, the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes brings a different perspective. Defense reporter Kateřina Gruntová offers a younger generation’s view on NATO, Article 5, and the changing Czech Army. She also explains why security is not just a military issue, but a responsibility shared by society as a whole. Sat, 28 Feb 2026 10:17:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8879041 After recent conversations with two former Czech foreign ministers, the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes brings a different perspective. Defense reporter Kateřina Gruntová offers a younger generation’s view on NATO, Article 5, and the changing Czech Army. She also explains why security is not just a military issue, but a responsibility shared by society as a whole. 00:28:04https://english.radio.cz/newly-designed-czech-beer-glasses-czechs-prepare-driverless-cars-architect-jan-8879073 Newly-designed Czech beer glasses, Czechs prepare for driverless cars, architect  Jan Bureš on 1990s Prague architecture Fri, 27 Feb 2026 13:02:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8879073 Newly-designed Czech beer glasses, Czechs prepare for driverless cars, architect  Jan Bureš on 1990s Prague architecture 00:29:05https://english.radio.cz/czechs-back-defense-doubt-self-defense-stolen-pontius-pilate-statue-returns-8879013 Survey: Czechs back state defense, but doubt their country’s ability to stand alone, Stolen Baroque statue of Pontius Pilate on Římov pilgrimage route comes home, New online database maps Prague’s art monuments and architecture, Písňovna: digital archive of 15,000 folk songs Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:32:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8879013 Survey: Czechs back state defense, but doubt their country’s ability to stand alone, Stolen Baroque statue of Pontius Pilate on Římov pilgrimage route comes home, New online database maps Prague’s art monuments and architecture, Písňovna: digital archive of 15,000 folk songs 00:28:03https://english.radio.cz/fm-macinka-speaks-un-during-high-profile-us-visit-pragueshorts-film-fest-kicks-8878862 Foreign Minister Macinka speaks at UN during high-profile US visit, Pragueshorts marks 20th edition with over 100 films from around the world, New era for Ještěd Mountain: Modernized cable car and ownership changes, Science without Borders: cancer biologist Kateřina Jeřábková-Roda Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:34:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8878862 Foreign Minister Macinka speaks at UN during high-profile US visit, Pragueshorts marks 20th edition with over 100 films from around the world, New era for Ještěd Mountain: Modernized cable car and ownership changes, Science without Borders: cancer biologist Kateřina Jeřábková-Roda 00:29:20https://english.radio.cz/ukraine-war-anniversary-divisions-aid-interview-czech-front-8878747 Ukraine war anniversary - divide on political scene over further aid, Caritas CR helping civilians in Ukraine, interview with czech fighting in Ukraine against Russia Tue, 24 Feb 2026 14:48:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8878747 Ukraine war anniversary - divide on political scene over further aid, Caritas CR helping civilians in Ukraine, interview with czech fighting in Ukraine against Russia 00:28:57https://english.radio.cz/environment-minister-appointed-two-prizes-czech-films-czechias-performance-8878628 Environment minister appointed, Berlinale and BAFTA awards for Czech cinematography, Czechia's performance at  the Winter Olympics in Italy. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:20:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8878628 Environment minister appointed, Berlinale and BAFTA awards for Czech cinematography, Czechia's performance at  the Winter Olympics in Italy. 00:29:21https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-02222026-8878483Broadcast in English - 02/22/2026Sun, 22 Feb 2026 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8878483Broadcast in English - 02/22/2026https://english.radio.cz/courts-compromise-and-war-presidential-adviser-tomas-petricek-czechia-30-minutes-8878310 Tomáš Petříček joins the Weekend Edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes to examine constitutional tensions and political responsibility in Czechia. He explains why separation of powers matters and why compromise is unavoidable in a diverse society. The conversation also turns to Europe’s security and the war in Ukraine. Sat, 21 Feb 2026 10:36:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8878310 Tomáš Petříček joins the Weekend Edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes to examine constitutional tensions and political responsibility in Czechia. He explains why separation of powers matters and why compromise is unavoidable in a diverse society. The conversation also turns to Europe’s security and the war in Ukraine. 00:29:16https://english.radio.cz/news-masaryks-favourite-tree-survive-clones-oskar-ed-named-czech-comic-book-year-8878361 News, 200-year-old linden at Prague Castle: Masaryk’s favourite tree to survive in clones, Oskar Ed named Czech comic book of the year at the Muriel Awards, From Charter 77 to Jim Henson’s studio: Jitka Exler’s journey to Sesame Street and The Muppet Show Fri, 20 Feb 2026 13:55:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8878361 News, 200-year-old linden at Prague Castle: Masaryk’s favourite tree to survive in clones, Oskar Ed named Czech comic book of the year at the Muriel Awards, From Charter 77 to Jim Henson’s studio: Jitka Exler’s journey to Sesame Street and The Muppet Show 00:28:39https://english.radio.cz/czech-fm-washington-post-1989-czech-art-timothy-cheek-conductor-kapralova-8878251 Prague takes a “wait and see” approach to Trump’s Peace Council, post-1989 Czech art in Prague exhibition, Timothy Cheek on 20 the century conductor Vítězslava Kaprálová Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:10:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8878251 Prague takes a “wait and see” approach to Trump’s Peace Council, post-1989 Czech art in Prague exhibition, Timothy Cheek on 20 the century conductor Vítězslava Kaprálová 00:29:25https://english.radio.cz/czechs-offer-slovakia-emergency-oil-druzhba-dispute-escalates-all-things-8878149 News, Czechs offer Slovakia emergency oil as Druzhba dispute escalates, ALL THINGS DIGESTING: Listening to your gut, Anticipating accidents: Petr Dobiáš’s vision for smarter elderly care Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:27:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8878149 News, Czechs offer Slovakia emergency oil as Druzhba dispute escalates, ALL THINGS DIGESTING: Listening to your gut, Anticipating accidents: Petr Dobiáš’s vision for smarter elderly care 00:29:08https://english.radio.cz/government-approves-extension-special-long-term-residence-ukrainian-refugees-non-8878033 News, Government approves extension of special long-term residence for Ukrainian refugees, Non-alcoholic beer: A healthy sip of the golden brew in Dry February, Prague as a hub? What the Epstein files reveal about Czech connections Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:21:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8878033 News, Government approves extension of special long-term residence for Ukrainian refugees, Non-alcoholic beer: A healthy sip of the golden brew in Dry February, Prague as a hub? What the Epstein files reveal about Czech connections 00:29:26https://english.radio.cz/czech-voices-munich-security-conference-zuzana-maresova-last-wintons-children-8877913 Czech voices at the Munich Security Conference: Pavel on populism and Macinka on divided West, Zuzana Marešová, last of Winton’s children in Czechia, dies at 94, Lucky Friday 13th: Two more medals heading to Czechia Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:42:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8877913 Czech voices at the Munich Security Conference: Pavel on populism and Macinka on divided West, Zuzana Marešová, last of Winton’s children in Czechia, dies at 94, Lucky Friday 13th: Two more medals heading to Czechia 00:28:18https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-02152026-8877754Broadcast in English - 02/15/2026Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8877754Broadcast in English - 02/15/2026https://english.radio.cz/preserving-czech-memory-martin-kroupa-stories-shape-a-nation-8877594 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, Martin Kroupa of Post Bellum organization discusses the Memory of Nations project, one of Europe’s largest oral history archives. He explains how eyewitness testimony, archival research and public support shape its work. The conversation explores why preserving personal memory remains vital for understanding Czechia today. Sat, 14 Feb 2026 11:24:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8877594 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, Martin Kroupa of Post Bellum organization discusses the Memory of Nations project, one of Europe’s largest oral history archives. He explains how eyewitness testimony, archival research and public support shape its work. The conversation explores why preserving personal memory remains vital for understanding Czechia today. 00:28:36https://english.radio.cz/czechia-steps-presence-munich-security-conference-three-representatives-world-8877654 Czechia steps up presence at Munich Security Conference with three top representatives , “Everywhere – even under Russian occupation – radio waves still find their way”, “Exhausted but happy”: Czech speed skating icon Martina Sáblíková ends historic career at Milan Winter Olympics, Prague Talk with football journalist Karel Häring  Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:47:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8877654 Czechia steps up presence at Munich Security Conference with three top representatives , “Everywhere – even under Russian occupation – radio waves still find their way”, “Exhausted but happy”: Czech speed skating icon Martina Sáblíková ends historic career at Milan Winter Olympics, Prague Talk with football journalist Karel Häring  00:29:13https://english.radio.cz/national-theatre-reconstruction-roma-music-halgato-czech-adventurer-jan-eskimo-8877532 National Theatre reconstruction of New Scene, Roma music genre halgató, Eccentric Czech adventurer: Jan “Eskimo” Welzl   Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:18:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8877532 National Theatre reconstruction of New Scene, Roma music genre halgató, Eccentric Czech adventurer: Jan “Eskimo” Welzl   00:29:12https://english.radio.cz/chytilovas-1979-panelstory-berlinale-czechias-historically-first-winter-olympic-8877418 Chytilová's 1979 PanelStory at the Berlinale, Czechia's historically first winter olympic medal, Science without Borders: researcher Štěpánka Nedvědová on proteins Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:22:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8877418 Chytilová's 1979 PanelStory at the Berlinale, Czechia's historically first winter olympic medal, Science without Borders: researcher Štěpánka Nedvědová on proteins 00:27:26https://english.radio.cz/corruption-czechia-czech-olympic-outfits-draw-attention-milan-cortina-opening-8877305 News, Corruption in Czechia: stuck in the middle between East and West, Criticised at home, praised abroad: Czech Olympic outfits draw attention at Milan–Cortina opening ceremony, Czechia’s ‘celebrity priest’: Martina Viktorie Kopecká on modern ministry in the Czechoslovak Hussite Church Tue, 10 Feb 2026 14:54:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8877305 News, Corruption in Czechia: stuck in the middle between East and West, Criticised at home, praised abroad: Czech Olympic outfits draw attention at Milan–Cortina opening ceremony, Czechia’s ‘celebrity priest’: Martina Viktorie Kopecká on modern ministry in the Czechoslovak Hussite Church 00:32:51https://english.radio.cz/czechias-strong-olympic-start-under-15-social-media-ban-debated-stomatova-8877192 Czechia off to strong Olympic start with gold for Maděrová and silver for Jílek, Czech government weighs social media ban for under 15s, Darja Stomatová on four years of covering Ukraine war Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:30:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8877192 Czechia off to strong Olympic start with gold for Maděrová and silver for Jílek, Czech government weighs social media ban for under 15s, Darja Stomatová on four years of covering Ukraine war 00:31:32https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-02082026-8877027Broadcast in English - 02/08/2026Sun, 08 Feb 2026 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8877027Broadcast in English - 02/08/2026https://english.radio.cz/russia-security-and-self-confidence-filip-scherf-czechias-place-unstable-world-8876916 Security has returned to the centre of European politics — and Czechia is no exception. In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, foreign-policy analyst Filip Scherf discusses Russia’s role, Czechia’s place in Europe, and why self-confidence and resilience matter as much as military strength. Sat, 07 Feb 2026 13:31:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8876916 Security has returned to the centre of European politics — and Czechia is no exception. In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, foreign-policy analyst Filip Scherf discusses Russia’s role, Czechia’s place in Europe, and why self-confidence and resilience matter as much as military strength. 00:25:49https://english.radio.cz/news-winter-olympics-bird-year-prague-based-chocolate-company-8876904 News, Czech athletes at Winter Olympics, Blackcap named Bird of the Year 2026, interview with two successful Prague chocolatiers. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 12:36:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8876904 News, Czech athletes at Winter Olympics, Blackcap named Bird of the Year 2026, interview with two successful Prague chocolatiers. 00:29:25https://english.radio.cz/babis-meloni-talks-rome-czech-hokey-team-hoping-medal-winter-olympics-history-8876833 Babiš-Meloni talks in Rome, Czech hokey team heads to Milano Cortina hoping for medal, how Czechs helped make first Winter Olympics official.  Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:23:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8876833 Babiš-Meloni talks in Rome, Czech hokey team heads to Milano Cortina hoping for medal, how Czechs helped make first Winter Olympics official.  00:28:03https://english.radio.cz/south-bohemian-governor-unveils-new-movement-skeleton-racer-anna-fernstadtova-8876702 South Bohemian governor unveils new movement aiming to bridge Czech political divide, Skeleton racer Anna Fernstädtová: Overcoming adversity headfirst down the ice, Lover, libertine, Czech librarian? Exploring Giacomo Casanova’s final years in Bohemia with Professor Leo Damrosch Wed, 04 Feb 2026 13:24:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8876702 South Bohemian governor unveils new movement aiming to bridge Czech political divide, Skeleton racer Anna Fernstädtová: Overcoming adversity headfirst down the ice, Lover, libertine, Czech librarian? Exploring Giacomo Casanova’s final years in Bohemia with Professor Leo Damrosch 00:28:30https://english.radio.cz/new-archbishop-prague-end-coal-mining-czechia-interview-gallerist-katherine-8876577 Stanislav Přibyl appointed new Archbishop of Prague, Czechia’s last hard coal mine closes as 250 years of mining come to an end, Katherine Kastner on fascinating Czech family history – and building one of Prague’s top independent galleries Tue, 03 Feb 2026 13:59:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8876577 Stanislav Přibyl appointed new Archbishop of Prague, Czechia’s last hard coal mine closes as 250 years of mining come to an end, Katherine Kastner on fascinating Czech family history – and building one of Prague’s top independent galleries 00:29:25https://english.radio.cz/demonstration-support-czech-president-eva-adamczykova-back-olympics-president-8876476 Demonstration in support of Czech president, Snowboarder Eva Adamczyková back at the Olympics, President Zelenskyy on Czech Radio Mon, 02 Feb 2026 14:48:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8876476 Demonstration in support of Czech president, Snowboarder Eva Adamczyková back at the Olympics, President Zelenskyy on Czech Radio 00:29:31https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-02012026-8876338Broadcast in English - 02/01/2026Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8876338Broadcast in English - 02/01/2026https://english.radio.cz/reliable-partner-or-reluctant-member-filip-nerad-czechias-role-europe-8876177 What kind of country is Czechia inside the European Union and NATO today? In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, foreign-policy analyst Filip Nerad reflects on how Czechia’s role in Europe has evolved over the past decade. Drawing on his experience as a former Brussels correspondent and his current work at the Globsec Policy Institute, he also assesses the first signals sent by the new government in Prague. The interview offers a concise, international perspective on Czech foreign and security policy today. Sat, 31 Jan 2026 10:09:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8876177 What kind of country is Czechia inside the European Union and NATO today? In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, foreign-policy analyst Filip Nerad reflects on how Czechia’s role in Europe has evolved over the past decade. Drawing on his experience as a former Brussels correspondent and his current work at the Globsec Policy Institute, he also assesses the first signals sent by the new government in Prague. The interview offers a concise, international perspective on Czech foreign and security policy today. 00:27:41https://english.radio.cz/czech-children-online-ester-ledecka-profile-interview-radovan-sibrt-8876233 Czech children online for 5 hours a day, Ester Ledecka profile, interview with Radovan Síbrt, one of the producers of Mr. Nobody Against Putin Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:47:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8876233 Czech children online for 5 hours a day, Ester Ledecka profile, interview with Radovan Síbrt, one of the producers of Mr. Nobody Against Putin 00:29:08https://english.radio.cz/historic-prague-castle-guard-loosens-rules-recruit-new-members-jizerska-8876120 Historic Prague Castle Guard loosens the rules to recruit new members, Jizerská padesátka: the legendary cross-country ski race honouring a mountaineering tragedy, interview with actress Zuzana Stivinova Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:37:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8876120 Historic Prague Castle Guard loosens the rules to recruit new members, Jizerská padesátka: the legendary cross-country ski race honouring a mountaineering tragedy, interview with actress Zuzana Stivinova 00:29:01https://english.radio.cz/tensions-between-president-and-foreign-minister-prague-architecture-1990s-folk-8876014 Tensions between the president and foreign minister, Prague architecture of the 1990s, Folk songs go digital on písňovna.cz Wed, 28 Jan 2026 14:48:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8876014 Tensions between the president and foreign minister, Prague architecture of the 1990s, Folk songs go digital on písňovna.cz 00:28:13https://english.radio.cz/czechias-2026-budget-reviewed-speed-skater-metodej-jilek-prague-philharmonia-8875903 Government approves 2026 budget reflecting new priorities, Speed skater Metoděj Jílek - Czechia’s teenage Olympic medal hope, Prague Philharmonia performs at Carnegie Hall Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:32:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8875903 Government approves 2026 budget reflecting new priorities, Speed skater Metoděj Jílek - Czechia’s teenage Olympic medal hope, Prague Philharmonia performs at Carnegie Hall 00:27:52https://english.radio.cz/czech-foreign-policy-a-crossroads-rpis-90th-anniversary-qsl-cards-last-peasant-8875765 Czech foreign policy at a crossroads, Radio Prague International's 90th anniversary QSL cards, The Last Peasant War with historian Jakub Beneš Mon, 26 Jan 2026 13:59:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8875765 Czech foreign policy at a crossroads, Radio Prague International's 90th anniversary QSL cards, The Last Peasant War with historian Jakub Beneš 00:29:01https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-01252026-8875622Broadcast in English - 01/25/2026Sun, 25 Jan 2026 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8875622Broadcast in English - 01/25/2026https://english.radio.cz/jakub-landovsky-europe-learned-hard-way-words-are-not-enough-8875449 In the Czechia in 30 minutes weekend edition, former Czech NATO ambassador Jakub Landovský speaks candidly about Russia’s war against Ukraine and Europe’s response to it. Drawing on his experience inside NATO, he explains why strong words were not matched by clear strategy or resources. Landovský also reflects on the lessons of 1989 and the emotional forces behind political change. He outlines what he sees as the main security threats facing Czechia today. And despite growing global instability, he explains where he still finds reasons for cautious optimism. Sat, 24 Jan 2026 08:56:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8875449 In the Czechia in 30 minutes weekend edition, former Czech NATO ambassador Jakub Landovský speaks candidly about Russia’s war against Ukraine and Europe’s response to it. Drawing on his experience inside NATO, he explains why strong words were not matched by clear strategy or resources. Landovský also reflects on the lessons of 1989 and the emotional forces behind political change. He outlines what he sees as the main security threats facing Czechia today. And despite growing global instability, he explains where he still finds reasons for cautious optimism. 00:29:31https://english.radio.cz/police-detain-man-suspected-acting-chinese-intelligence-bartunkova-enjoys-8875545 Police detain man suspected of acting for Chinese intelligence;  Bartůňková enjoys breakthrough Australian Open run; Euan Edworthy on Czech-British relations     Fri, 23 Jan 2026 15:30:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8875545 Police detain man suspected of acting for Chinese intelligence;  Bartůňková enjoys breakthrough Australian Open run; Euan Edworthy on Czech-British relations     00:28:20https://english.radio.cz/scientists-craft-intestine-model-prague-unveils-milos-forman-square-czechias-8875390 ‘No more animal testing’: Scientists in Zlín developing lab model of the human small intestine, Prague unveils winning design for Miloš Forman Square redevelopment, Understanding Czechia’s falling birth rate   Thu, 22 Jan 2026 13:18:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8875390 ‘No more animal testing’: Scientists in Zlín developing lab model of the human small intestine, Prague unveils winning design for Miloš Forman Square redevelopment, Understanding Czechia’s falling birth rate   00:29:18https://english.radio.cz/czech-press-photo-awards-pucks-winter-olympics-are-czech-made-czech-type-design-8875265 Czech Press Photo awards announced, pucks for the Winter Olympics are Czech-made, the history of Czech type design      Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:13:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8875265 Czech Press Photo awards announced, pucks for the Winter Olympics are Czech-made, the history of Czech type design      00:29:28https://english.radio.cz/czech-hungarian-talks-engraving-ice-age-moravia-lesser-town-8875172 Czech–Hungarian alignment on migration, war and V4, Ice Age horse engraving found in Moravian Karst cave, history of license plates in Czech lands, Lesser Town  Tue, 20 Jan 2026 15:02:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8875172 Czech–Hungarian alignment on migration, war and V4, Ice Age horse engraving found in Moravian Karst cave, history of license plates in Czech lands, Lesser Town  00:27:38https://english.radio.cz/prague-philharmonias-us-tour-erotikon-returns-screens-new-accompaniment-pragues-8875056 Prague Philharmonia’s US tour, Erotikon returns to screens with new accompaniment, Prague's Bohnice Mon, 19 Jan 2026 15:04:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8875056 Prague Philharmonia’s US tour, Erotikon returns to screens with new accompaniment, Prague's Bohnice 00:28:24https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-01182026-8874882Broadcast in English - 01/18/2026Sun, 18 Jan 2026 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8874882Broadcast in English - 01/18/2026https://english.radio.cz/tomas-klvana-aspen-central-europe-power-populism-and-why-democracy-under-8874741 Political scientist and journalist Tomáš Klvaňa, now Executive Director of Aspen Institute Central Europe, speaks about how power really works and why liberal democracy is facing growing pressure. Drawing on his experience as an academic, journalist and former spokesman for President Václav Klaus, Klvaňa reflects on the decline of traditional media and the rise of populism.  Sat, 17 Jan 2026 10:59:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8874741 Political scientist and journalist Tomáš Klvaňa, now Executive Director of Aspen Institute Central Europe, speaks about how power really works and why liberal democracy is facing growing pressure. Drawing on his experience as an academic, journalist and former spokesman for President Václav Klaus, Klvaňa reflects on the decline of traditional media and the rise of populism.  00:29:30https://english.radio.cz/venezuela-frees-czech-political-prisoner-prague-hints-diplomatic-reset-pavel-8874802 Venezuela releases Czech political prisoner: Prague signals readiness for diplomatic reset, Petr Pavel’s Ukraine visit highlights care for wounded soldiers and war-affected children, Photographer Bet Orten on art, motherhood and moving on from fashion Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:57:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8874802 Venezuela releases Czech political prisoner: Prague signals readiness for diplomatic reset, Petr Pavel’s Ukraine visit highlights care for wounded soldiers and war-affected children, Photographer Bet Orten on art, motherhood and moving on from fashion 00:27:14https://english.radio.cz/injured-speleologist-saved-dramatic-rescue-operation-palach-anniversary-trip-8874688 Injured speleologist saved in dramatic rescue operation in Moravian Karst , Palach anniversary, Prague as seen from tram 22  Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:56:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8874688 Injured speleologist saved in dramatic rescue operation in Moravian Karst , Palach anniversary, Prague as seen from tram 22  00:28:22https://english.radio.cz/jakub-hrusa-wins-classical-music-oscar-health-risks-tatooing-spilberk-fortress-8874549 Czech conductor Jakub Hrůša has been named Artist of the Year for 2026 by the International Classical Music Awards, the health risks of tatooing, trip to Brno's Spilberk fortress  Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:15:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8874549 Czech conductor Jakub Hrůša has been named Artist of the Year for 2026 by the International Classical Music Awards, the health risks of tatooing, trip to Brno's Spilberk fortress  00:28:44https://english.radio.cz/confidence-vote-debate-opens-chamber-deputies-moravian-folk-shawls-go-digital-8874438 Confidence vote debate opens in Chamber of Deputies, Moravian folk shawls go digital, interview with Radio Farda’s Hannah Kaviani on Iran Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:05:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8874438 Confidence vote debate opens in Chamber of Deputies, Moravian folk shawls go digital, interview with Radio Farda’s Hannah Kaviani on Iran 00:29:16https://english.radio.cz/suing-president-how-unusual-petition-urges-end-white-light-prague-mlada-boleslav-8874304 Suing the president: how unusual is it in Czech politics?, Let’s Protect Prague’s Nights: White light turns darkness into day, Museum in Mladá Boleslav creates replica of interwar years aircraft, ‘We are very concerned’: Czechia's Honorary Consul in Nuuk on Trump and Greenland Mon, 12 Jan 2026 13:55:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8874304 Suing the president: how unusual is it in Czech politics?, Let’s Protect Prague’s Nights: White light turns darkness into day, Museum in Mladá Boleslav creates replica of interwar years aircraft, ‘We are very concerned’: Czechia's Honorary Consul in Nuuk on Trump and Greenland 00:29:28https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-01112026-8874150Broadcast in English - 01/11/2026Sun, 11 Jan 2026 00:05:02 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8874150Broadcast in English - 01/11/2026https://english.radio.cz/jan-lipavsky-war-security-and-czech-foreign-policy-today-8873974 War in Ukraine and the conflict in Gaza have reshaped international politics — and forced smaller countries to define their role more clearly. In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, former foreign minister Jan Lipavský reflects on how Czech diplomacy responded to these turbulent years. Now an opposition MP elected on the Civic Democratic Party ticket, he also shares his view on where Czech foreign policy stands today and what lies ahead. Sat, 10 Jan 2026 09:57:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8873974 War in Ukraine and the conflict in Gaza have reshaped international politics — and forced smaller countries to define their role more clearly. In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, former foreign minister Jan Lipavský reflects on how Czech diplomacy responded to these turbulent years. Now an opposition MP elected on the Civic Democratic Party ticket, he also shares his view on where Czech foreign policy stands today and what lies ahead. 00:24:49https://english.radio.cz/rare-books-return-library-votice-ice-lipno-reservoir-turns-green-michal-smetana-8874049 Rare books return to monastery library in Votice. Why the ice on the Lipno reservoir has turned green. Michal Smetana on Trump, Greenland and the future of European security.   Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:19:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8874049 Rare books return to monastery library in Votice. Why the ice on the Lipno reservoir has turned green. Michal Smetana on Trump, Greenland and the future of European security.   00:28:15https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-01082026-8873956Broadcast in English - 01/08/2026Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:35:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8873956Broadcast in English - 01/08/202600:25:54https://english.radio.cz/czech-ammunition-initiative-continue-how-salt-destroys-bridges-lost-photos-jiri-8873822 Czech ammunition initiative to go on: government shifts stance after taking office, Czech scientists study how salt destroys metal structures to protect bridges and spacecraft, From Prague to Australia: the lost photographs of Jiří Viktor Daneš, Czechoslovakia’s first consul down under Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:06:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8873822 Czech ammunition initiative to go on: government shifts stance after taking office, Czech scientists study how salt destroys metal structures to protect bridges and spacecraft, From Prague to Australia: the lost photographs of Jiří Viktor Daneš, Czechoslovakia’s first consul down under 00:29:25https://english.radio.cz/veteran-masopust-passes-away-pragues-new-urban-project-florenc21-czech-beer-8873688 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Important veteran of the First Czechoslovak Army Corps, Miloslav Masopust, has died; Florenc21’s transformation of one of Prague’s key urban sites; and later Bohem Brewery: Showing London what good lager tastes like. Tue, 06 Jan 2026 13:28:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8873688 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Important veteran of the First Czechoslovak Army Corps, Miloslav Masopust, has died; Florenc21’s transformation of one of Prague’s key urban sites; and later Bohem Brewery: Showing London what good lager tastes like. 00:27:25https://english.radio.cz/opposition-seeks-ouster-czech-house-speaker-czech-scientist-named-time-100-hiv-8873564 Opposition seeks removal of Czech lower house speaker after controversial speech, Czech scientist named among Time’s 100 Most Influential People for HIV breakthrough, Czech juniors to play for gold at World Championships after defeating Canada 6:4 in shootout, Czech Academy of Sciences launches a digital archive of 15,000 folk songs Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:34:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8873564 Opposition seeks removal of Czech lower house speaker after controversial speech, Czech scientist named among Time’s 100 Most Influential People for HIV breakthrough, Czech juniors to play for gold at World Championships after defeating Canada 6:4 in shootout, Czech Academy of Sciences launches a digital archive of 15,000 folk songs 00:28:22https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-01042026-8873425Broadcast in English - 01/04/2026Sun, 04 Jan 2026 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8873425Broadcast in English - 01/04/2026https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-01032026-8873411Broadcast in English - 01/03/2026Sat, 03 Jan 2026 16:35:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8873411Broadcast in English - 01/03/202600:28:38https://english.radio.cz/divorces-czechia-simplified-over-300-prisoners-released-cynthia-paces-new-prague-8873344 Divorces in Czechia to become simpler and cheaper in 2026, Over 300 prisoners were released in Czechia on New Year's Day, Cynthia Paces on her new book 'Prague: The Heart of Europe' Fri, 02 Jan 2026 15:04:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8873344 Divorces in Czechia to become simpler and cheaper in 2026, Over 300 prisoners were released in Czechia on New Year's Day, Cynthia Paces on her new book 'Prague: The Heart of Europe' 00:26:21https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-01012026-8873240Broadcast in English - 01/01/2026Thu, 01 Jan 2026 16:35:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8873240Broadcast in English - 01/01/202600:45:20https://english.radio.cz/2025-a-defining-year-conductor-jakub-hrusa-8873052 In a special edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we return to a conversation with Czech conductor Jakub Hrůša recorded earlier this year. At the time, Hrůša was preparing for a major new chapter in London, with further milestones still to come. Looking back, the interview captures a moment that would come to define an exceptional year in his career. Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:32:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8873052 In a special edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we return to a conversation with Czech conductor Jakub Hrůša recorded earlier this year. At the time, Hrůša was preparing for a major new chapter in London, with further milestones still to come. Looking back, the interview captures a moment that would come to define an exceptional year in his career. 00:29:27https://english.radio.cz/czech-firework-rules-new-years-eve-czechs-targeted-drug-scams-czech-ngo-koridor-8873080 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: New Czech firework rules ahead of New Year’s Eve: what you need to know; police warn more Czechs targeted in overseas drug courier scams; and later, how Czech NGO Koridor UA supports Ukraine’s communities. Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:03:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8873080 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: New Czech firework rules ahead of New Year’s Eve: what you need to know; police warn more Czechs targeted in overseas drug courier scams; and later, how Czech NGO Koridor UA supports Ukraine’s communities. 00:26:47https://english.radio.cz/czechs-donating-more-charities-exhibition-art-activism-novy-svet-prague-8872958 News, Czechs giving more to charity, Prague exhibition explores the art of activism, trip to Novy Svet  Mon, 29 Dec 2025 13:13:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8872958 News, Czechs giving more to charity, Prague exhibition explores the art of activism, trip to Novy Svet  00:26:53https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-12282025-8872842Broadcast in English - 12/28/2025Sun, 28 Dec 2025 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8872842Broadcast in English - 12/28/202500:29:30https://english.radio.cz/czechias-energy-turning-point-end-2025-8872655 As the year 2025 draws to a close, Czechia has reached a historic milestone by ending its dependence on Russian oil and gas. In Czechia in 30 Minutes, political scientist and energy security expert Martin Jirušek (Masaryk University) explains why this took so long and what finally triggered the change.  Sat, 27 Dec 2025 08:56:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8872655 As the year 2025 draws to a close, Czechia has reached a historic milestone by ending its dependence on Russian oil and gas. In Czechia in 30 Minutes, political scientist and energy security expert Martin Jirušek (Masaryk University) explains why this took so long and what finally triggered the change.  00:31:22https://english.radio.cz/exhibition-harry-potter-memorabilia-worlds-biggest-exhibition-glass-christmas-8872381 Czech collector exhibits Harry Potter memorabilia, Jablonec is home to the world's biggest exhibition of glass Christmas ornaments . Fri, 26 Dec 2025 13:31:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8872381 Czech collector exhibits Harry Potter memorabilia, Jablonec is home to the world's biggest exhibition of glass Christmas ornaments . 00:29:54https://english.radio.cz/award-winning-prague-chocolatiers-their-craft-hradistan-and-spiritual-kvintet-8872614 Award-winning Prague chocolate-makers on their craft and unconventional ingredients, Hradišťan and Spirituál kvintet sing Christmas carols Thu, 25 Dec 2025 13:48:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8872614 Award-winning Prague chocolate-makers on their craft and unconventional ingredients, Hradišťan and Spirituál kvintet sing Christmas carols 00:29:51https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-12242025-8872763Broadcast in English - 12/24/2025Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8872763Broadcast in English - 12/24/2025https://english.radio.cz/how-emil-moose-became-a-celebrity-czech-nativity-scenes-lamplighters-prague-8872753 The remarkable journey of a young moose nicknamed Emil, Czech nativity scenes mirror everyday life, The lamplighters of Prague's Charles Bridge Tue, 23 Dec 2025 15:30:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8872753 The remarkable journey of a young moose nicknamed Emil, Czech nativity scenes mirror everyday life, The lamplighters of Prague's Charles Bridge 00:30:23https://english.radio.cz/christmas-homeless-czexpats-conference-new-spider-species-digital-archive-folk-8872623 Shelters and charities in Prague organize Christmas events for homeless people, Bringing science home for Christmas: the annual Czexpats Conference, Czech scientists discover rare male-less spider species in Prague, Czech Academy of Sciences launches a digital archive of 15,000 folk songs Mon, 22 Dec 2025 14:17:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8872623 Shelters and charities in Prague organize Christmas events for homeless people, Bringing science home for Christmas: the annual Czexpats Conference, Czech scientists discover rare male-less spider species in Prague, Czech Academy of Sciences launches a digital archive of 15,000 folk songs 00:28:50https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-12212025-8872471Broadcast in English - 12/21/2025Sun, 21 Dec 2025 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8872471Broadcast in English - 12/21/2025https://english.radio.cz/czech-scientist-who-followed-rivers-across-continents-8872339 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 minutes, we bring you the personal story of Czech geographer Bohumír Janský. His work took him from rural Bohemia to Siberia, Lake Baikal and South America, where he helped redefine the sources of the Amazon River. An inspiring story of curiosity, persistence and a lifelong passion for rivers. Sat, 20 Dec 2025 11:44:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8872339 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 minutes, we bring you the personal story of Czech geographer Bohumír Janský. His work took him from rural Bohemia to Siberia, Lake Baikal and South America, where he helped redefine the sources of the Amazon River. An inspiring story of curiosity, persistence and a lifelong passion for rivers. 00:29:41https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-12192025-8872408Broadcast in English - 12/19/2025Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:35:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8872408Broadcast in English - 12/19/202500:28:54https://english.radio.cz/court-scraps-separate-school-enrollment-ukrainians-havels-growing-legacy-havel-8872259 News, Czech Constitutional Court scraps separate school enrolments for Ukrainian children, Václav Havel: a legacy growing ever more important?, portrait of Václav Havel "in his own words" Thu, 18 Dec 2025 13:23:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8872259 News, Czech Constitutional Court scraps separate school enrolments for Ukrainian children, Václav Havel: a legacy growing ever more important?, portrait of Václav Havel "in his own words" 00:28:36https://english.radio.cz/news-alcoholism-serious-problem-moravia-lidice-monument-be-restored-pragues-8872160 News, alcoholism serious problem in Moravia, Lidice Monument to be restored, Prague's Masaryk railway station  Wed, 17 Dec 2025 14:32:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8872160 News, alcoholism serious problem in Moravia, Lidice Monument to be restored, Prague's Masaryk railway station  00:27:18https://english.radio.cz/economist-ranks-czech-economy-banning-phones-schools-digital-archive-folk-songs-8872036 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes Show: The Economist ranks Czechia among world’s leading economies in 2025; to ban or not to ban cell phones? A question for Czech schools; Czech Academy of Sciences's a digital archive of 15,000 folk songs. Tue, 16 Dec 2025 13:26:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8872036 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes Show: The Economist ranks Czechia among world’s leading economies in 2025; to ban or not to ban cell phones? A question for Czech schools; Czech Academy of Sciences's a digital archive of 15,000 folk songs. 00:26:13https://english.radio.cz/pavel-names-new-cabinet-honoring-architect-wiesner-interview-viktor-yushchenko-8871938 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: President Pavel names new cabinet, stresses stability, NATO and EU responsibility; from Brno to Liverpool: building fragments to honour architect Ernst Wiesner; and later Former president of Ukraine Yushchenko on the EU's help to Ukraine and our future. Enjoy! Mon, 15 Dec 2025 14:04:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8871938 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: President Pavel names new cabinet, stresses stability, NATO and EU responsibility; from Brno to Liverpool: building fragments to honour architect Ernst Wiesner; and later Former president of Ukraine Yushchenko on the EU's help to Ukraine and our future. Enjoy! 00:26:52https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-12142025-8871784Broadcast in English - 12/14/2025Sun, 14 Dec 2025 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8871784Broadcast in English - 12/14/2025https://english.radio.cz/how-a-czech-geographer-mapped-real-headwaters-amazon-river-8871613 In this weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, our host is Professor Bohumír Janský, the Czech geographer who identified the true headwaters of the Amazon River. His pioneering expeditions in Peru reshaped scientific understanding of the world’s greatest river. He also reflects on the years he spent conducting demanding fieldwork around Lake Baikal. Sat, 13 Dec 2025 15:28:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8871613 In this weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, our host is Professor Bohumír Janský, the Czech geographer who identified the true headwaters of the Amazon River. His pioneering expeditions in Peru reshaped scientific understanding of the world’s greatest river. He also reflects on the years he spent conducting demanding fieldwork around Lake Baikal. 00:28:26https://english.radio.cz/cinema-railway-station-olomouc-french-ambassador-czechia-murder-and-prostitution-8871717 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Why a tiny cinema at a railway station still matters in the age of Netflix; a decade since the Paris Agreement: The perspective of the French ambassador to Czechia; and later more on the dark side of early 20th century Prague. Enjoy! Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:09:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8871717 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Why a tiny cinema at a railway station still matters in the age of Netflix; a decade since the Paris Agreement: The perspective of the French ambassador to Czechia; and later more on the dark side of early 20th century Prague. Enjoy! 00:27:22https://english.radio.cz/czech-amateur-theatre-joins-unesco-list-old-town-square-christmas-market-chroust-8871607 Czech amateur theatre added to UNESCO‘s list of intangible cultural heritage, What makes Prague’s Old Town Square Christmas market one of the best, A taste of one of Czehia’s exceptional craft beers - Chroust. Thu, 11 Dec 2025 15:15:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8871607 Czech amateur theatre added to UNESCO‘s list of intangible cultural heritage, What makes Prague’s Old Town Square Christmas market one of the best, A taste of one of Czehia’s exceptional craft beers - Chroust. 00:27:09https://english.radio.cz/are-gov-websites-user-friendly-people-disabilities-more-pe-children-czech-8871473 News. Are government websites accessible for people with disabilities in Czechia? Czech schools test new PE programme and Czech illustrator showcases his U.S. road trip through pen-and-ink drawings Wed, 10 Dec 2025 13:47:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8871473 News. Are government websites accessible for people with disabilities in Czechia? Czech schools test new PE programme and Czech illustrator showcases his U.S. road trip through pen-and-ink drawings 00:30:13https://english.radio.cz/babis-appointed-pm-pragues-astronomical-clock-gets-digital-twin-lack-social-8871376 Babiš appointed PM, Prague's Astronomical Clock gets digital twin, half of Czechia affected by lack of social service workers, Prague city planning   Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:41:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8871376 Babiš appointed PM, Prague's Astronomical Clock gets digital twin, half of Czechia affected by lack of social service workers, Prague city planning   00:29:03https://english.radio.cz/prague-walker-light-bethlehem-czechia-search-buried-chapel-8871223 Prague Walker -new signage system, Light of Bethlehem arrives in Czechia, search for buried chapel, archive of folk songs  Mon, 08 Dec 2025 13:22:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8871223 Prague Walker -new signage system, Light of Bethlehem arrives in Czechia, search for buried chapel, archive of folk songs  00:26:22https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-12072025-8871102Broadcast in English - 12/07/2025Sun, 07 Dec 2025 00:05:02 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8871102Broadcast in English - 12/07/2025https://english.radio.cz/why-czechs-celebrate-christmas-skip-church-8870954 As Advent lights shine across the country and Christmas approaches, Czechs embrace the season with enthusiasm — yet church attendance remains among the lowest in Europe. In this weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we look at the cultural and historical reasons behind this unexpected contrast. Czrech Radio' religion expert Adam Šindelář helps explain why centuries-old traditions flourish even as institutional faith loses its place in public life. Together, we explore how Czech attitudes toward spirituality, identity and winter customs have evolved — and why the Christmas atmosphere thrives regardless of religious practice. Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:17:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8870954 As Advent lights shine across the country and Christmas approaches, Czechs embrace the season with enthusiasm — yet church attendance remains among the lowest in Europe. In this weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we look at the cultural and historical reasons behind this unexpected contrast. Czrech Radio' religion expert Adam Šindelář helps explain why centuries-old traditions flourish even as institutional faith loses its place in public life. Together, we explore how Czech attitudes toward spirituality, identity and winter customs have evolved — and why the Christmas atmosphere thrives regardless of religious practice. 00:24:17https://english.radio.cz/babis-become-pm-after-pledging-give-his-empire-czech-artist-pistek-remembered-8871018 Andrej Babiš to be named PM after pledging to give up his multi-billion crown empire; Remembering Oscar-winning Czech artist Theodor Pištěk; Museum of Prague reopens with a new digital exhibition tracing the city from the 1800s to today; Katherine “Kacha” Kastner on fascinating Czech family history – and building one of Prague’s top independent galleries Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:25:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8871018 Andrej Babiš to be named PM after pledging to give up his multi-billion crown empire; Remembering Oscar-winning Czech artist Theodor Pištěk; Museum of Prague reopens with a new digital exhibition tracing the city from the 1800s to today; Katherine “Kacha” Kastner on fascinating Czech family history – and building one of Prague’s top independent galleries 00:29:22https://english.radio.cz/bedriska-settlement-demolition-candy-flavored-electronic-cigarettes-banned-8870911 Bedřiška settlement demolition, Candy-flavored electronic cigarettes banned, Prague's Girls' Castles Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:46:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8870911 Bedřiška settlement demolition, Candy-flavored electronic cigarettes banned, Prague's Girls' Castles 00:28:07https://english.radio.cz/hepatitis-a-outbreak-czechia-unique-wavy-bubble-ceiling-eva-jiricna-novy-svet-8870781 Hepatitis A outbreak in Czechia, Unique wavy bubble ceiling by Eva Jiřičná, Nový svět in Prague Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:05:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8870781 Hepatitis A outbreak in Czechia, Unique wavy bubble ceiling by Eva Jiřičná, Nový svět in Prague 00:29:24https://english.radio.cz/rare-medieval-madonna-display-czech-advent-masses-bozi-dar-post-unicef-cr-aid-8870655 News, rare medieval Madonna goes on display, Czech Advent masses, Bozi Dar post, UNICEF CR aid to Bhutan Tue, 02 Dec 2025 14:06:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8870655 News, rare medieval Madonna goes on display, Czech Advent masses, Bozi Dar post, UNICEF CR aid to Bhutan 00:27:11https://english.radio.cz/czechia-mourns-stoppard-new-drought-tool-released-casanovas-czech-ties-8870554 Czechia mourns Sir Tom Stoppard, the world famous playwright who never forgot his Czech roots. Czech and US-american scientists launch a global real-time drought tool. What is Casanova’s connection to Bohemia? Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:52:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8870554 Czechia mourns Sir Tom Stoppard, the world famous playwright who never forgot his Czech roots. Czech and US-american scientists launch a global real-time drought tool. What is Casanova’s connection to Bohemia? 00:26:34https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-11302025-8870405Broadcast in English - 11/30/2025Sun, 30 Nov 2025 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8870405Broadcast in English - 11/30/2025https://english.radio.cz/czechs-belgium-life-work-and-community-heart-europe-8870290 In this edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we look at the everyday reality of Czechs living in Belgium. Our guide is Linda Tejchman, co-founder of the Czech-Belgian Chamber of Commerce, whom we met in the university city of Leuven. The episode explores work, identity, community ties, and what it means to build a Czech life in the heart of Europe. Sat, 29 Nov 2025 13:56:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8870290 In this edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we look at the everyday reality of Czechs living in Belgium. Our guide is Linda Tejchman, co-founder of the Czech-Belgian Chamber of Commerce, whom we met in the university city of Leuven. The episode explores work, identity, community ties, and what it means to build a Czech life in the heart of Europe. 00:27:08https://english.radio.cz/czechs-and-burnout-prague-seeking-more-female-bus-drivers-dox-exhibition-martin-8870288 News, Czechs and burnout, Prague City Transport seeking more female drivers,  Švankmajerová retrospective at DOX , Martin Reiner Fri, 28 Nov 2025 13:37:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8870288 News, Czechs and burnout, Prague City Transport seeking more female drivers,  Švankmajerová retrospective at DOX , Martin Reiner 00:28:28https://english.radio.cz/new-cabinet-unveiled-qubus-marks-25-years-czech-design-pragues-prokop-valley-8870199 Who will govern Czechia? New cabinet unveiled; From baby-head candle-holders to rubber-boot vases: Qubus marks 25 years of Czech design, Prokop Valley: a natural and historical treasure in Prague Thu, 27 Nov 2025 13:54:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8870199 Who will govern Czechia? New cabinet unveiled; From baby-head candle-holders to rubber-boot vases: Qubus marks 25 years of Czech design, Prokop Valley: a natural and historical treasure in Prague 00:29:11https://english.radio.cz/screening-programme-tackling-addiction-german-heritage-funding-sudetenland-8870096 New screening programme targets addiction risks, Funding announced to preserve German heritage of the Czech borderlands, A stroll through Vyšehrad Cemetery. Wed, 26 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8870096 New screening programme targets addiction risks, Funding announced to preserve German heritage of the Czech borderlands, A stroll through Vyšehrad Cemetery. 00:26:50https://english.radio.cz/czech-polish-presidential-meeting-archeological-finds-trebic-how-babies-learn-8869986 Czech-Polish presidential meeting overshadowed by security concerns. Rare gold-decorated shoe among artefacts from 12th-century Třebíč excavation. Czech psycholinguist Nikola Paillereau on how bilingual babies learn languages. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:02:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8869986 Czech-Polish presidential meeting overshadowed by security concerns. Rare gold-decorated shoe among artefacts from 12th-century Třebíč excavation. Czech psycholinguist Nikola Paillereau on how bilingual babies learn languages. 00:29:19https://english.radio.cz/pavel-babis-clash-prague-bell-made-ukrainian-war-weapons-petr-novotny-czech-8869855 The Pavel–Babiš clash in context: echoes of past power struggles at Prague Castle, Bell forged from Russian weapons used in Ukraine now sounds above Prague: “May it awaken those who sleep”, “Finding dead bodies is never easy”, says Petr Novotný, the Czech rescuer in Taiwanese mountains  Mon, 24 Nov 2025 14:08:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8869855 The Pavel–Babiš clash in context: echoes of past power struggles at Prague Castle, Bell forged from Russian weapons used in Ukraine now sounds above Prague: “May it awaken those who sleep”, “Finding dead bodies is never easy”, says Petr Novotný, the Czech rescuer in Taiwanese mountains  00:29:23https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-11232025-8869714Broadcast in English - 11/23/2025Sun, 23 Nov 2025 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8869714Broadcast in English - 11/23/2025https://english.radio.cz/meeting-ukrainian-soldiers-and-amputees-ukraine-fifth-czechs-affected-poverty-8869611 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show, we bring you an exclusive feature from a Radio Prague trip to Ukraine, when we were able to meet a number of Ukrainian soldiers and amputees who were at the frontline and are now in rehabilitation centers. The feature also details the trip we made with a group of international journalists to the Kyiv Economic Forum, after which we met with former president of Ukraine, Viktor Yushchenko, among many other things. After that, we have a report about how a fifth of Czechs are affected by poverty. Enjoy! Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:48:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8869611 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show, we bring you an exclusive feature from a Radio Prague trip to Ukraine, when we were able to meet a number of Ukrainian soldiers and amputees who were at the frontline and are now in rehabilitation centers. The feature also details the trip we made with a group of international journalists to the Kyiv Economic Forum, after which we met with former president of Ukraine, Viktor Yushchenko, among many other things. After that, we have a report about how a fifth of Czechs are affected by poverty. Enjoy! 00:29:27https://english.radio.cz/smart-t-shirt-czechs-engligh-language-skills-under-spotlight-new-book-photos-st-8869619 Smart T-shirt monitors stress, Czechs' English language skills improving, new book of photographs of St. Vitus Cathedral Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:20:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8869619 Smart T-shirt monitors stress, Czechs' English language skills improving, new book of photographs of St. Vitus Cathedral 00:29:11https://english.radio.cz/news-nuremberg-trials-shoebox-christmas-gift-collection-bohemian-switzerland-8869521 News, Nuremberg trials anniversary,“Shoebox“ Christmas gift collection, Bohemian Switzerland Ridge Trail, Malešice Botanical Garden Thu, 20 Nov 2025 15:01:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8869521 News, Nuremberg trials anniversary,“Shoebox“ Christmas gift collection, Bohemian Switzerland Ridge Trail, Malešice Botanical Garden 00:28:29https://english.radio.cz/3d-prining-architecture-prague-comedy-festival-max-diesing-8869384 3D prining reshaping Czech architecture, Prague Comedy Festival underway, PT with Max Diesing Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:05:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8869384 3D prining reshaping Czech architecture, Prague Comedy Festival underway, PT with Max Diesing 00:29:02https://english.radio.cz/memory-nations-awards-czech-boats-hollywood-productions-maya-kvetny-8869289 Memory of Nations awards, Czech company builds boats for famous Hollywood productions, Czech scientists reveal why some birds fear humans more than others. Interview with casting director Maya Kvetny. Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:12:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8869289 Memory of Nations awards, Czech company builds boats for famous Hollywood productions, Czech scientists reveal why some birds fear humans more than others. Interview with casting director Maya Kvetny. 00:28:53https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-11172025-8869170Broadcast in English - 11/17/2025Mon, 17 Nov 2025 16:35:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8869170Broadcast in English - 11/17/202500:29:33https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-11162025-8869031Broadcast in English - 11/16/2025Sun, 16 Nov 2025 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8869031Broadcast in English - 11/16/2025https://english.radio.cz/zlin-and-bata-principle-inside-city-changed-global-shoemaking-8868892 In this Weekend Edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we visit Zlín, the birthplace of the Baťa shoe company and one of Czechia’s most distinctive modernist cities. Inside a former factory hall, the exhibition The Baťa Principle shows how a local workshop expanded into a global brand. Join us to hear excerpts from the museum and learn how one Moravian company shaped Czech and world history. Sat, 15 Nov 2025 11:14:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8868892 In this Weekend Edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we visit Zlín, the birthplace of the Baťa shoe company and one of Czechia’s most distinctive modernist cities. Inside a former factory hall, the exhibition The Baťa Principle shows how a local workshop expanded into a global brand. Join us to hear excerpts from the museum and learn how one Moravian company shaped Czech and world history. 00:28:02https://english.radio.cz/100-years-cechie-bohmerland-scientists-how-liver-regenerates-jim-potts-prague-8868962 Today on Czechia in 30 Minutes: 100 years of Čechie–Böhmerland: the world’s longest motorcycles on display in Prague; scientists in Czechia uncover how the liver regenerates in “one of the most significant discoveries”; and later we meet British writer Jim Potts who recalls his years in Prague. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 15:06:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8868962 Today on Czechia in 30 Minutes: 100 years of Čechie–Böhmerland: the world’s longest motorcycles on display in Prague; scientists in Czechia uncover how the liver regenerates in “one of the most significant discoveries”; and later we meet British writer Jim Potts who recalls his years in Prague. 00:27:32https://english.radio.cz/aussie-kiwi-film-fest-michelin-star-plaques-brno-earth-space-new-czech-folk-song-8868839 The Aussie & Kiwi Film Fest kicks off in Prague tomorrow. A look inside the Brno company that manufactures plaques for Michelin-starred restaurants. A new exhibition in Prague's Planetarium, and a new digital archive of Czech folk songs - Písňovna. Thu, 13 Nov 2025 16:08:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8868839 The Aussie & Kiwi Film Fest kicks off in Prague tomorrow. A look inside the Brno company that manufactures plaques for Michelin-starred restaurants. A new exhibition in Prague's Planetarium, and a new digital archive of Czech folk songs - Písňovna. 00:29:12https://english.radio.cz/czech-cavers-discovery-largest-spider-web-jamie-cullum-prague-interview-lukas-8868717 On today's show: Czech cavers’ discovery confirmed as the world’s largest spider web; Jamie Cullum performs in Prague; and later we meet well-known journalist Lukáš Dolanský, who has captured his experiences as Czech Television’s correspondent in the UK in a new book. Enjoy! Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:57:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8868717 On today's show: Czech cavers’ discovery confirmed as the world’s largest spider web; Jamie Cullum performs in Prague; and later we meet well-known journalist Lukáš Dolanský, who has captured his experiences as Czech Television’s correspondent in the UK in a new book. Enjoy! 00:25:53https://english.radio.cz/debate-over-ukrainian-flags-czechia-nova-bystrices-vintage-cars-american-roots-8868599 Ukrainian flags in Czechia – what is the ongoing debate?, Vintage cars in Nová Bystřice trace roots to America, Petra Kupská, the Entrepreneur Teaching the World How to to Cook Like Czechs Tue, 11 Nov 2025 14:01:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8868599 Ukrainian flags in Czechia – what is the ongoing debate?, Vintage cars in Nová Bystřice trace roots to America, Petra Kupská, the Entrepreneur Teaching the World How to to Cook Like Czechs 00:29:23https://english.radio.cz/freedom-week-across-czechia-poetry-day-festival-begins-svatomartinske-arrives-8868479 On today's show: Over 80 institutions join Freedom Week; Prague’s annual Poetry Day Festival kicks off; why Svatomartinské wines hit Czech tables early in 2025;  and, for our feature, on what it’s like to live on a houseboat on the Vltava River. Enjoy! Mon, 10 Nov 2025 14:12:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8868479 On today's show: Over 80 institutions join Freedom Week; Prague’s annual Poetry Day Festival kicks off; why Svatomartinské wines hit Czech tables early in 2025;  and, for our feature, on what it’s like to live on a houseboat on the Vltava River. Enjoy! 00:26:41https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-11092025-8868327Broadcast in English - 11/09/2025Sun, 09 Nov 2025 00:05:02 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8868327Broadcast in English - 11/09/2025https://english.radio.cz/zdenek-jurasek-czech-who-found-his-america-route-66-8868144 Some Czechs have a lifelong fascination with America — and Zdeněk Jurásek is one of them. The president of the Czech Route 66 Association first cycled the legendary road from Chicago to Santa Monica in 1998 and has since done it dozens of times, even if mostly by car. In this episode of Czechia in 30 Minutes, he talks about why Route 66 became his American dream — and how it still inspires Czechs today. Sat, 08 Nov 2025 07:34:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8868144 Some Czechs have a lifelong fascination with America — and Zdeněk Jurásek is one of them. The president of the Czech Route 66 Association first cycled the legendary road from Chicago to Santa Monica in 1998 and has since done it dozens of times, even if mostly by car. In this episode of Czechia in 30 Minutes, he talks about why Route 66 became his American dream — and how it still inspires Czechs today. 00:29:57https://english.radio.cz/czech-scientists-develop-nano-patch-cubism-collection-kampa-museum-social-media-8868232 Czech scientists develop nano-patch that helps heal without scarring, Rare Czech cubism collection exhibited at Prague’s Kampa Museum, “Top Czech influencer” Kovy on politics, marriage equality – and life beyond social media Fri, 07 Nov 2025 13:58:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8868232 Czech scientists develop nano-patch that helps heal without scarring, Rare Czech cubism collection exhibited at Prague’s Kampa Museum, “Top Czech influencer” Kovy on politics, marriage equality – and life beyond social media 00:27:26https://english.radio.cz/okamura-speaker-chamber-deputies-cz-sk-relations-under-babis-and-fico-visiting-8868113 On today's show: Controversial figure Tomio Okamura, the leader of the Freedom and Direct Democracy party, has been elected Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies; Czech-Slovak relations under Andrej Babiš and Robert Fico; Pardubice will host the Canicross World Championships for dog racing for the first time; and lastly, we cover former president of Ukraine Viktor Yushchenko’s perspective on the War in Ukraine and what the future may hold. Enjoy! Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:29:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8868113 On today's show: Controversial figure Tomio Okamura, the leader of the Freedom and Direct Democracy party, has been elected Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies; Czech-Slovak relations under Andrej Babiš and Robert Fico; Pardubice will host the Canicross World Championships for dog racing for the first time; and lastly, we cover former president of Ukraine Viktor Yushchenko’s perspective on the War in Ukraine and what the future may hold. Enjoy! 00:31:28https://english.radio.cz/roma-language-day-albrecht-durers-rhinoceros-and-why-prague-needs-a-fourth-metro-8867977 On today's show: Celebrating Roma Language Day; Albrecht Dürer’s first edition of Rhinoceros discovered in Czech Academy library; and with the announcement that Prague D’s Olbrachtova metro stop has been constructed, although of course far from opened, we thought to bring you our interview on why Prague needs a fourth metro line. Wed, 05 Nov 2025 15:02:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8867977 On today's show: Celebrating Roma Language Day; Albrecht Dürer’s first edition of Rhinoceros discovered in Czech Academy library; and with the announcement that Prague D’s Olbrachtova metro stop has been constructed, although of course far from opened, we thought to bring you our interview on why Prague needs a fourth metro line. 00:26:40https://english.radio.cz/architects-design-kunderas-tombstone-cardinal-dominik-duka-dies-82-lidice-art-8867878 On today's show: Architect’s design for Kundera’s tombstone; Cardinal Dominik Duka dies at 82; Lidice Art Collection. Enjoy! Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:35:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8867878 On today's show: Architect’s design for Kundera’s tombstone; Cardinal Dominik Duka dies at 82; Lidice Art Collection. Enjoy! 00:28:41https://english.radio.cz/lidice-art-collection-receives-record-donation-movember-inspires-men-think-about-8867753 Lidice Art Collection receives record donation from Turkish-British curator Hüma Kabakcı; Movember inspires men to think about health; musician Gareth Davis on contemporary classical music in Prague Mon, 03 Nov 2025 15:06:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8867753 Lidice Art Collection receives record donation from Turkish-British curator Hüma Kabakcı; Movember inspires men to think about health; musician Gareth Davis on contemporary classical music in Prague 00:28:54https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-11022025-8867586Broadcast in English - 11/02/2025Sun, 02 Nov 2025 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8867586Broadcast in English - 11/02/2025https://english.radio.cz/a-voice-learning-jan-bumba-why-charles-university-more-just-history-8867494 In Czechia in 30 Minutes with Jan Bumba, the longtime Czech Radio journalist talks about leaving the newsroom for academia. Now the spokesperson of Charles University, he explains why the institution is not just Prague’s oldest symbol but a living, forward-looking place of learning. The conversation reveals how tradition and innovation meet at one of Europe’s oldest universities. Sat, 01 Nov 2025 13:38:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8867494 In Czechia in 30 Minutes with Jan Bumba, the longtime Czech Radio journalist talks about leaving the newsroom for academia. Now the spokesperson of Charles University, he explains why the institution is not just Prague’s oldest symbol but a living, forward-looking place of learning. The conversation reveals how tradition and innovation meet at one of Europe’s oldest universities. 00:29:34https://english.radio.cz/playing-prague-wins-award-slow-fashion-humanoddity-philosopher-tomas-koblizek-8867515 Today on Czechia in 30 Minutes: Charles Games’ Playing Prague wins top mobile game award; rediscovering slow fashion with Humanoddity; Czech philosopher Tomáš Koblížek on fake news and hate speech. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:40:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8867515 Today on Czechia in 30 Minutes: Charles Games’ Playing Prague wins top mobile game award; rediscovering slow fashion with Humanoddity; Czech philosopher Tomáš Koblížek on fake news and hate speech. 00:28:10https://english.radio.cz/st-wenceslaus-reclaims-lance-vienna-czechia-leads-eu-electricity-prices-branik-8867366 Today on Czechia in 30 Minutes: St. Wenceslaus reclaims his lance in Vienna; Czechia leads EU in electricity prices; The Braník Rocks: Where Prague’s prehistoric past meets today’s city life. Enjoy! Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:36:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8867366 Today on Czechia in 30 Minutes: St. Wenceslaus reclaims his lance in Vienna; Czechia leads EU in electricity prices; The Braník Rocks: Where Prague’s prehistoric past meets today’s city life. Enjoy! 00:29:19https://english.radio.cz/prague-indian-film-festival-begins-new-book-about-political-executions-8867273 The Prague Indian Film Festival kicks off highlighting Bollywood’s diversity. A new book chronicles the fates of people executed for political reasons in Communist Czechoslovakia. And an interview with prominent human rights lawyer Oleksandra Matviichuk, who aims to bring the human dimension of the war in Ukraine back to Czech audiences.   Wed, 29 Oct 2025 14:32:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8867273 The Prague Indian Film Festival kicks off highlighting Bollywood’s diversity. A new book chronicles the fates of people executed for political reasons in Communist Czechoslovakia. And an interview with prominent human rights lawyer Oleksandra Matviichuk, who aims to bring the human dimension of the war in Ukraine back to Czech audiences.   00:28:26https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-10282025-8867113Broadcast in English - 10/28/2025Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8867113Broadcast in English - 10/28/2025https://english.radio.cz/metropolitan-plan-prague-harley-davidson-museum-jan-eskimo-welzl-8867071 Metropolitan Plan for Prague's development , Harley Davidson Museum in Moravia, traveller Jan "Eskimo" Welzl Mon, 27 Oct 2025 13:13:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8867071 Metropolitan Plan for Prague's development , Harley Davidson Museum in Moravia, traveller Jan "Eskimo" Welzl 00:28:37https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-10262025-8866948Broadcast in English - 10/26/2025Sun, 26 Oct 2025 00:05:02 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8866948Broadcast in English - 10/26/2025https://english.radio.cz/andrej-babis-returns-daniel-kaiser-breaks-down-czechias-political-shift-8866839 Czechia in 30 Minutes examines why Andrej Babiš is back in the political spotlight. Daniel Kaiser, journalist and keen observer of Czech politics, shares his insights into coalition talks and public sentiment. Host Vit Pohanka asks what this comeback means for the country’s future direction. Sat, 25 Oct 2025 13:08:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8866839 Czechia in 30 Minutes examines why Andrej Babiš is back in the political spotlight. Daniel Kaiser, journalist and keen observer of Czech politics, shares his insights into coalition talks and public sentiment. Host Vit Pohanka asks what this comeback means for the country’s future direction. 00:29:23https://english.radio.cz/future-czech-government-inclusion-schools-new-us-ambassador-jewellery-designer-8866863 On today's show: Future Czech government divided over inclusion in schools as debate echoes global culture wars; new U.S. ambassador to the Czech Republic highlights defence cooperation; goldsmith and jewellery designer Zdenek Vacek discusses his current retrospective in Prague – including an object containing one of his parent’s ashes. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 14:21:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8866863 On today's show: Future Czech government divided over inclusion in schools as debate echoes global culture wars; new U.S. ambassador to the Czech Republic highlights defence cooperation; goldsmith and jewellery designer Zdenek Vacek discusses his current retrospective in Prague – including an object containing one of his parent’s ashes. 00:27:43https://english.radio.cz/jihlava-festival-kicks-czechia-ban-hen-cages-2027-tips-learning-czech-dr-bate-8866756 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Ji.hlava Festival kicks off; Czechia to ban hen cages by 2027; essential tips on learning Czech from linguist Danny Bate and his new book, Why Q Needs U. Enjoy! Thu, 23 Oct 2025 15:01:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8866756 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Ji.hlava Festival kicks off; Czechia to ban hen cages by 2027; essential tips on learning Czech from linguist Danny Bate and his new book, Why Q Needs U. Enjoy! 00:27:39https://english.radio.cz/new-report-reveals-poverty-affects-one-fifth-czechs-national-architecture-award-8866626 New report reveals that poverty affects up to one fifth of Czechs, Medieval-style wooden chapel near Brno wins National Architecture Award, ‘Praying Wood’, Krištof Kintera’s new sculpture, unveiled on Štvanice Island, Concrete, rubble, and renewal: The curious story of Rohan Island  Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:58:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8866626 New report reveals that poverty affects up to one fifth of Czechs, Medieval-style wooden chapel near Brno wins National Architecture Award, ‘Praying Wood’, Krištof Kintera’s new sculpture, unveiled on Štvanice Island, Concrete, rubble, and renewal: The curious story of Rohan Island  00:29:03https://english.radio.cz/hepatitus-a-rise-horse-drawn-carriages-banned-city-centre-music-request-8866492 Surge in hepatitus cases, horse-drawn carriages banned from city centre, Music on Request project Tue, 21 Oct 2025 13:42:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8866492 Surge in hepatitus cases, horse-drawn carriages banned from city centre, Music on Request project 00:29:07https://english.radio.cz/dita-kraus-czechia-adds-seeds-svalbard-vault-czech-schools-abroad-dark-side-8866367 Dita Kraus: the "Librarian of Auschwitz", From peas to barley - Czechia adds 150 seed samples to the Svalbard Global Seed Vault, From Banat to Brisbane: Czech schools abroad keep language and heritage alive, Brutal murders and prostitution: The dark side of early 20th century Prague Mon, 20 Oct 2025 13:32:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8866367 Dita Kraus: the "Librarian of Auschwitz", From peas to barley - Czechia adds 150 seed samples to the Svalbard Global Seed Vault, From Banat to Brisbane: Czech schools abroad keep language and heritage alive, Brutal murders and prostitution: The dark side of early 20th century Prague 00:26:56https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-10192025-8866231Broadcast in English - 10/19/2025Sun, 19 Oct 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8866231Broadcast in English - 10/19/2025https://english.radio.cz/barbara-day-and-nancy-durham-quiet-heroes-czech-freedom-8866129 The weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes revisits the story of the Jan Hus Educational Foundation, a British initiative that secretly supported Czech and Slovak thinkers during communism. Among its quiet heroes were Barbara Day and Nancy Durham, whose courage helped preserve independent education and free expression. The legacy of the Jan Hus Foundation is now honored in a new exhibition in Brno called Sparks of Freedom. Sat, 18 Oct 2025 13:34:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8866129 The weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes revisits the story of the Jan Hus Educational Foundation, a British initiative that secretly supported Czech and Slovak thinkers during communism. Among its quiet heroes were Barbara Day and Nancy Durham, whose courage helped preserve independent education and free expression. The legacy of the Jan Hus Foundation is now honored in a new exhibition in Brno called Sparks of Freedom. 00:29:27https://english.radio.cz/ees-system-3000-year-old-bronze-vessel-go-display-actress-zuzana-stivinova-8866130 News, what do travellers need to know about the EES system, 3,000-year old bronze vessel to go on display, interview with actress Zuzana Stivinova Fri, 17 Oct 2025 13:41:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8866130 News, what do travellers need to know about the EES system, 3,000-year old bronze vessel to go on display, interview with actress Zuzana Stivinova 00:28:15https://english.radio.cz/ministerial-candidate-investigated-hate-speech-300-year-old-settlement-8866027 Future Czech government line-up on hold, as police investigate ministerial candidate for hate speech. Archaeologists discover three-thousand-year-old settlement in the Pardubice region. And through the work of Czech NGO Koridor UA, we take a look at what everyday life is like in parts of Ukraine and what it means to help on the ground. Thu, 16 Oct 2025 14:30:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8866027 Future Czech government line-up on hold, as police investigate ministerial candidate for hate speech. Archaeologists discover three-thousand-year-old settlement in the Pardubice region. And through the work of Czech NGO Koridor UA, we take a look at what everyday life is like in parts of Ukraine and what it means to help on the ground. 00:28:17https://english.radio.cz/czechia-frankfurt-book-fair-sounds-czech-bells-pragues-oldest-botanical-garden-8865894 Czechia to receive Guest of Honour title at the Frankfurt book fair; the sounds of Czech bells stolen by the Nazis; a stroll through Prague’s oldest botanical garden Wed, 15 Oct 2025 13:27:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8865894 Czechia to receive Guest of Honour title at the Frankfurt book fair; the sounds of Czech bells stolen by the Nazis; a stroll through Prague’s oldest botanical garden 00:28:45https://english.radio.cz/signal-festival-prague-jan-hus-educational-foundation-exhibition-young-czech-ai-8865802 Signal Festival to light up Prague for the 13th time; New Brno exhibition tells the story of how Oxford philosophers supported Czech dissidents; The hope of Czech AI Matyáš Boháček talks about hopes and concerns for the future of AI  Tue, 14 Oct 2025 14:26:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8865802 Signal Festival to light up Prague for the 13th time; New Brno exhibition tells the story of how Oxford philosophers supported Czech dissidents; The hope of Czech AI Matyáš Boháček talks about hopes and concerns for the future of AI  00:29:30https://english.radio.cz/racism-scandal-threatens-czech-coalition-talks-president-pavel-warns-russian-8865696 A racism scandal is putting talks to form a new Czech government at risk. President Petr Pavel highlights the threat Russia poses to Europe during his speech at the Forum 2000 international conference. An interview with the translator, Susan Reynolds, of a new editon of Czech classic The Grandmother. Mon, 13 Oct 2025 15:04:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8865696 A racism scandal is putting talks to form a new Czech government at risk. President Petr Pavel highlights the threat Russia poses to Europe during his speech at the Forum 2000 international conference. An interview with the translator, Susan Reynolds, of a new editon of Czech classic The Grandmother. 00:25:59https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-10122025-8865537Broadcast in English - 10/12/2025Sun, 12 Oct 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8865537Broadcast in English - 10/12/2025https://english.radio.cz/coal-creativity-how-ostrava-reinventing-itself-8865517 In this week’s Czechia in 30 Minutes, we head back to Ostrava, once one of the industrial hearts of Czechoslovakia. The city is still losing young people, but its leaders hope that education, science and culture can reverse that trend. A visit to the University of Ostrava’s new city campus shows how modern laboratories, art studios and sports facilities are helping to transform both the university and the city around it. Sat, 11 Oct 2025 10:35:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8865517 In this week’s Czechia in 30 Minutes, we head back to Ostrava, once one of the industrial hearts of Czechoslovakia. The city is still losing young people, but its leaders hope that education, science and culture can reverse that trend. A visit to the University of Ostrava’s new city campus shows how modern laboratories, art studios and sports facilities are helping to transform both the university and the city around it. 00:29:41https://english.radio.cz/coal-creativity-how-ostrava-reinventing-itself-8865440 In this week’s Czechia in 30 Minutes, we head back to Ostrava, once one of the industrial hearts of Czechoslovakia. The city is still losing young people, but its leaders hope that education, science and culture can reverse that trend. A visit to the University of Ostrava’s new city campus shows how modern laboratories, art studios and sports facilities are helping to transform both the university and the city around it. Fri, 10 Oct 2025 14:04:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8865440 In this week’s Czechia in 30 Minutes, we head back to Ostrava, once one of the industrial hearts of Czechoslovakia. The city is still losing young people, but its leaders hope that education, science and culture can reverse that trend. A visit to the University of Ostrava’s new city campus shows how modern laboratories, art studios and sports facilities are helping to transform both the university and the city around it. 00:26:04https://english.radio.cz/moravian-autumn-fest-honors-sir-charles-mackerras-czech-falconry-festival-great-8865333 Brno’s Moravian Autumn Festival to celebrate Sir Charles Mackerras, the great champion of Czech music, Falcons hunt bait carried by drones at Czech Falconry Festival, Richard Harry Fletcher: The English jockey who became a legend of the Great Pardubice Thu, 09 Oct 2025 14:42:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8865333 Brno’s Moravian Autumn Festival to celebrate Sir Charles Mackerras, the great champion of Czech music, Falcons hunt bait carried by drones at Czech Falconry Festival, Richard Harry Fletcher: The English jockey who became a legend of the Great Pardubice 00:25:53https://english.radio.cz/hochova-photography-retrospective-fofr-film-festival-folimanka-park-8865204 News, a new retrospective on photographer Dagmar Hochová, the student-run FOFR Film Festival, and a look at Folimanka Park, which inspired Dan Brown Wed, 08 Oct 2025 14:10:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8865204 News, a new retrospective on photographer Dagmar Hochová, the student-run FOFR Film Festival, and a look at Folimanka Park, which inspired Dan Brown 00:28:48https://english.radio.cz/record-number-women-elected-designblok-2025-future-left-czechia-8865096 Czech elections 2025: a record number of women elected to parliament, Prague’s Designblok 2025 celebrates courage in design with guest of honour Mary McCartney,  Has the left failed in the Czech Republic? Tue, 07 Oct 2025 14:57:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8865096 Czech elections 2025: a record number of women elected to parliament, Prague’s Designblok 2025 celebrates courage in design with guest of honour Mary McCartney,  Has the left failed in the Czech Republic? 00:30:05https://english.radio.cz/elections-coalition-talks-ivan-klima-death-8864977 News, ANO leader faces tough coalition talks, writer and dissident Ivan Klima dies at 94, Geocaching in Czechia  Mon, 06 Oct 2025 15:04:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8864977 News, ANO leader faces tough coalition talks, writer and dissident Ivan Klima dies at 94, Geocaching in Czechia  00:29:14https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-10052025-8864791Broadcast in English - 10/05/2025Sun, 05 Oct 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8864791Broadcast in English - 10/05/2025https://english.radio.cz/civic-forum-babis-jiri-pehe-35-years-czech-free-elections-8864599 In this weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we revisit the milestones of Czech parliamentary elections since 1990. Political scientist and commentator Jiří Pehe reflects on the rise of Klaus and Zeman, the “opposition agreement,” and the dominance of new movements like ANO. As voters head to the polls again, Czechia in 30 Minutes puts the past 35 years of free elections into perspective. Sat, 04 Oct 2025 12:09:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8864599 In this weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we revisit the milestones of Czech parliamentary elections since 1990. Political scientist and commentator Jiří Pehe reflects on the rise of Klaus and Zeman, the “opposition agreement,” and the dominance of new movements like ANO. As voters head to the polls again, Czechia in 30 Minutes puts the past 35 years of free elections into perspective. 00:28:26https://english.radio.cz/ostrava-puppetry-festival-day-architecture-highlights-czech-women-director-8864622 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: this year’s Ostrava international puppetry festival, Spectaculo Interesse; day of Architecture festival spotlights Czech women architects past and present; and for our feature, Prague-based director Tereza Nvotová discusses her film Father, which is about a man who causes the death of his small daughter. Fri, 03 Oct 2025 13:57:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8864622 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: this year’s Ostrava international puppetry festival, Spectaculo Interesse; day of Architecture festival spotlights Czech women architects past and present; and for our feature, Prague-based director Tereza Nvotová discusses her film Father, which is about a man who causes the death of his small daughter. 00:29:06https://english.radio.cz/moravian-karst-caves-czech-scientists-nasa-rekino-project-8864526 News, Moravian Karst caves make bid for place on UNESCO World Heritage List, NASA’s Europa Clipper mission gets support from Czech scientists, Rekino projects gives old cinemas new lease on life  Thu, 02 Oct 2025 15:00:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8864526 News, Moravian Karst caves make bid for place on UNESCO World Heritage List, NASA’s Europa Clipper mission gets support from Czech scientists, Rekino projects gives old cinemas new lease on life  00:27:41https://english.radio.cz/presidents-speech-ahead-elections-bunkers-sale-lednice-chateau-8864394 President Pavel addressed the nation ahead of elections, bunkers for sale in Czechia, Lednice Chateau Wed, 01 Oct 2025 14:14:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8864394 President Pavel addressed the nation ahead of elections, bunkers for sale in Czechia, Lednice Chateau 00:31:07https://english.radio.cz/tik-tok-disinformation-contaminated-land-sold-ostrava-historian-jiri-kluc-8864282 Fake accounts on Tik Tok linked to elections, contaminated land sold to unsuspecting clients in Ostrava suburb, historian Jiří Kluc Tue, 30 Sep 2025 14:31:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8864282 Fake accounts on Tik Tok linked to elections, contaminated land sold to unsuspecting clients in Ostrava suburb, historian Jiří Kluc 00:27:25https://english.radio.cz/economists-urge-smarter-taxes-celtic-treasure-and-para-athlete-david-kratochvil-8864183 Economists urge smarter taxes, Celtic treasure uncovered in western Bohemia and David Kratochvil breaks world record in men’s 400m freestyle at the World Para Swimming Championships Mon, 29 Sep 2025 15:09:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8864183 Economists urge smarter taxes, Celtic treasure uncovered in western Bohemia and David Kratochvil breaks world record in men’s 400m freestyle at the World Para Swimming Championships 00:29:23https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-09282025-8864027Broadcast in English - 09/28/2025Sun, 28 Sep 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8864027Broadcast in English - 09/28/2025https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-09272025-8864010Broadcast in English - 09/27/2025Sat, 27 Sep 2025 16:35:02 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8864010Broadcast in English - 09/27/202500:28:54https://english.radio.cz/fruit-distilling-replicas-czech-crowns-and-david-marecek-czech-philharmonic-8863929 Insights into this year’s Czech wine and brandy production. An unusual exhibition of replicas of crowns worn by rulers on the Czech, Hungarian, and Austrian thrones on show in Turnov.  And, David Mareček, head of the Czech Philharmonic, on this edition Prague Talk. Fri, 26 Sep 2025 13:21:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8863929 Insights into this year’s Czech wine and brandy production. An unusual exhibition of replicas of crowns worn by rulers on the Czech, Hungarian, and Austrian thrones on show in Turnov.  And, David Mareček, head of the Czech Philharmonic, on this edition Prague Talk. 00:29:13https://english.radio.cz/havel-lifetime-award-joan-baez-czechias-1st-quantum-computer-vlq-pribrsky-saves-8863795 “An exceptional award for exceptional people”: Joan Baez to receive Václav Havel Centre Lifetime Achievement Award, Quantum leap in Ostrava: Czechia’s first public quantum computer VLQ officially starts working, From Prague to Sumatra: František Příbrský and the fight to save the Slow Loris Thu, 25 Sep 2025 12:39:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8863795 “An exceptional award for exceptional people”: Joan Baez to receive Václav Havel Centre Lifetime Achievement Award, Quantum leap in Ostrava: Czechia’s first public quantum computer VLQ officially starts working, From Prague to Sumatra: František Příbrský and the fight to save the Slow Loris 00:32:33https://english.radio.cz/czech-radio-orchestras-new-chief-conductor-cosmas-exhibition-serge-borenstein-8863706 Elias Grandy named new chief conductor of Prague Radio Symphony Orchestra, Cosmas exhibition opens in Prague, Belgian-born developer Serge Borenstein on his work in Prague Wed, 24 Sep 2025 14:43:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8863706 Elias Grandy named new chief conductor of Prague Radio Symphony Orchestra, Cosmas exhibition opens in Prague, Belgian-born developer Serge Borenstein on his work in Prague 00:29:27https://english.radio.cz/czechs-call-resilience-war-risk-looms-kafka-film-cinemas-lasvits-herbarium-gift-8863577 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Czech leaders call for national resilience as war risk grows; Agnieszka Holland’s new film hits Czech cinemas on Thursday; Lasvit’s Herbarium unveiled as Czechia’s official gift to the United Nations; and, for our feature, a tour of Kutna Hora’s most famous locations in Kingdom Come: Deliverance II. Enjoy! Tue, 23 Sep 2025 13:34:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8863577 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Czech leaders call for national resilience as war risk grows; Agnieszka Holland’s new film hits Czech cinemas on Thursday; Lasvit’s Herbarium unveiled as Czechia’s official gift to the United Nations; and, for our feature, a tour of Kutna Hora’s most famous locations in Kingdom Come: Deliverance II. Enjoy! 00:25:49https://english.radio.cz/czechia-middle-east-conflict-chinese-imperial-art-prague-lidka-chocolate-8863480 Czechia not ready to recognize Palestinian state yet, Chinese Imperial Art in Prague, stoy of Czech chocolate brand   Mon, 22 Sep 2025 15:10:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8863480 Czechia not ready to recognize Palestinian state yet, Chinese Imperial Art in Prague, stoy of Czech chocolate brand   00:28:44https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-09212025-8863324Broadcast in English - 09/21/2025Sun, 21 Sep 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8863324Broadcast in English - 09/21/2025https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-09202025-8863301Broadcast in English - 09/20/2025Sat, 20 Sep 2025 16:35:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8863301Broadcast in English - 09/20/202500:27:03https://english.radio.cz/masaryks-last-words-envelope-opened-jan-masaryks-art-collection-a-stolperstein-8863232 Masaryk’s “last words” envelope opened: insights into a nation’s founding president, Jan Masaryk’s art collection, gifted to the Czech state, comes “home”, A “Stolperstein” laid for Czech writer and journalist Pavel Tigrid, Otto Eibl on Czech elections 2025: Fiala’s legacy, Babiš’s legal woes, “threats to liberal democracy” Fri, 19 Sep 2025 14:03:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8863232 Masaryk’s “last words” envelope opened: insights into a nation’s founding president, Jan Masaryk’s art collection, gifted to the Czech state, comes “home”, A “Stolperstein” laid for Czech writer and journalist Pavel Tigrid, Otto Eibl on Czech elections 2025: Fiala’s legacy, Babiš’s legal woes, “threats to liberal democracy” 00:29:03https://english.radio.cz/masaryks-great-great-grandson-tom-kotik-svanda-theatre-north-america-tour-czech-8863109 Masaryk’s great-great-grandson Tom Kotík on art, music, and the family legacy, Švanda Theatre’s North American tour to celebrate Salivarová and Škvorecký, Have mullet, will travel: Czech hitchhikes across US for free Thu, 18 Sep 2025 13:33:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8863109 Masaryk’s great-great-grandson Tom Kotík on art, music, and the family legacy, Švanda Theatre’s North American tour to celebrate Salivarová and Škvorecký, Have mullet, will travel: Czech hitchhikes across US for free 00:29:29https://english.radio.cz/vyton-bridge-get-new-lease-life-zavolime-student-led-election-debates-8863001 Prague’s Výtoň Bridge to get new lease on life, Student debate organizer: “If you want young people to believe in politics, they must get involved”, Tomáš Páleníček: There's a continuum of experimental psychedelic use in Czechia Wed, 17 Sep 2025 13:46:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8863001 Prague’s Výtoň Bridge to get new lease on life, Student debate organizer: “If you want young people to believe in politics, they must get involved”, Tomáš Páleníček: There's a continuum of experimental psychedelic use in Czechia 00:29:23https://english.radio.cz/new-dronemap-app-czech-crown-jewels-go-display-mapamatky-project-8862893 New DroneMap app brings clear rules for drone pilots in Czechia, Czech crown jewels go on display in Prague, highlighting their fate in World War II, Mapamátky project offers unusual walks through Prague Tue, 16 Sep 2025 14:28:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8862893 New DroneMap app brings clear rules for drone pilots in Czechia, Czech crown jewels go on display in Prague, highlighting their fate in World War II, Mapamátky project offers unusual walks through Prague 00:29:44https://english.radio.cz/czech-helicopter-unit-helping-poland-sona-cervena-exhibition-prague-translator-8862773 Czech helicopter unit helping to defend Polish airspace against Russian drone incursions, Soňa Červená exhibition at Prague museum marks 100th birthday of legendary opera singer, Isabel Stainsby: My parents said, “We forbid you from studying Czech” – Don’t say that to a teenager Mon, 15 Sep 2025 13:35:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8862773 Czech helicopter unit helping to defend Polish airspace against Russian drone incursions, Soňa Červená exhibition at Prague museum marks 100th birthday of legendary opera singer, Isabel Stainsby: My parents said, “We forbid you from studying Czech” – Don’t say that to a teenager 00:29:17https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-09142025-8862651Broadcast in English - 09/14/2025Sun, 14 Sep 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8862651Broadcast in English - 09/14/2025https://english.radio.cz/czechast-constantin-kinsky-8862452 Interview with Constantin Kinsky, member of the Czech nobility.  Sat, 13 Sep 2025 13:50:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8862452 Interview with Constantin Kinsky, member of the Czech nobility.  00:29:12https://english.radio.cz/arthouse-gallery-auction-kutna-horas-chocolate-museum-8862543 Gems from the Baroque Renaissance, Biedermeier and Art Nouveau period to be sold in online auction, Lidka Chocolate- a famous brand with a history  Fri, 12 Sep 2025 11:55:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8862543 Gems from the Baroque Renaissance, Biedermeier and Art Nouveau period to be sold in online auction, Lidka Chocolate- a famous brand with a history  00:28:42https://english.radio.cz/reactions-drone-attack-ferries-vltava-pragues-jewish-quarter-8862454 Czech reactions to drone attack on Polish territory, history of ferries on the Vltava, visit to Prague's Jewish Quarter Thu, 11 Sep 2025 13:53:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8862454 Czech reactions to drone attack on Polish territory, history of ferries on the Vltava, visit to Prague's Jewish Quarter 00:28:20https://english.radio.cz/art-theft-ceremony-pilsner-brewery-prague-passageways-8862345 Statue of St.Ludmila recovered, traditional ceremony at Pilsner brewery, exploring Prague's hidden passageways  Wed, 10 Sep 2025 13:49:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8862345 Statue of St.Ludmila recovered, traditional ceremony at Pilsner brewery, exploring Prague's hidden passageways  00:27:05https://english.radio.cz/tick-borne-diseases-rise-cosmas-anniversary-gustav-mahler-8862254 Tick-borne diseases on the rise, Cosmas anniversary highlights lack of modern-day chroniclers, Gustav Mahler and the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:32:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8862254 Tick-borne diseases on the rise, Cosmas anniversary highlights lack of modern-day chroniclers, Gustav Mahler and the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands 00:27:59https://english.radio.cz/memorial-czech-raf-pilot-frantisek-hekl-mystery-formula-1-driver-d4-motorway-8862157 Memorial to Czech RAF pilot František Hekl unveiled in Scotland, Mystery Formula 1 driver from D4 motorway apprehended after 6 years of cat-and-mouse, A brief history of Jewish identity and belonging in Czechoslovakia Mon, 08 Sep 2025 14:06:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8862157 Memorial to Czech RAF pilot František Hekl unveiled in Scotland, Mystery Formula 1 driver from D4 motorway apprehended after 6 years of cat-and-mouse, A brief history of Jewish identity and belonging in Czechoslovakia 00:23:54https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-09072025-8862008Broadcast in English - 09/07/2025Sun, 07 Sep 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8862008Broadcast in English - 09/07/2025https://english.radio.cz/julie-urbisova-yoga-motherhood-and-identity-8861912 Journalist and podcaster Julie Urbišová reflects on life between cultures—Czech, American, and Turkish. Sat, 06 Sep 2025 13:39:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8861912 Journalist and podcaster Julie Urbišová reflects on life between cultures—Czech, American, and Turkish. 00:29:30https://english.radio.cz/unicef-exhibition-traces-czechias-engagement-helping-improve-childrens-lives-8861916 UNICEF exhibition traces Czechia’s engagement in helping to improve children’s lives worldwide, “Blood” Moon to rise over Czechia in rare total lunar eclipse, Anna Shavit on campaigning with early ANO, “very polarised” 2025 elections – and potential coalitions Fri, 05 Sep 2025 13:46:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8861916 UNICEF exhibition traces Czechia’s engagement in helping to improve children’s lives worldwide, “Blood” Moon to rise over Czechia in rare total lunar eclipse, Anna Shavit on campaigning with early ANO, “very polarised” 2025 elections – and potential coalitions 00:29:07https://english.radio.cz/revised-war-veterans-act-unique-toy-collection-chrudim-why-prague-getting-a-8861819 Revised War Veterans Act opens the way for better care for country’s war heroes, From Sydney to Bohemia: Unique toy collection donated to Chrudim museum, Prague’s D line: Why is the city getting a fourth metro line? Thu, 04 Sep 2025 15:09:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8861819 Revised War Veterans Act opens the way for better care for country’s war heroes, From Sydney to Bohemia: Unique toy collection donated to Chrudim museum, Prague’s D line: Why is the city getting a fourth metro line? 00:26:00https://english.radio.cz/czech-studies-vienna-train-tram-czechia-martina-dvorakova-interview-8861723 Czech Studies at the University of Vienna is celebrating an incredible 250 years, what are the chances of a train-tram being introduced in Czechia, interview with  Martina Dvořáková Wed, 03 Sep 2025 16:35:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8861723 Czech Studies at the University of Vienna is celebrating an incredible 250 years, what are the chances of a train-tram being introduced in Czechia, interview with  Martina Dvořáková 00:29:17https://english.radio.cz/historic-us-open-quarterfinals-czech-tennis-organ-festival-olomouc-interview-8861581 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Historic US Open quarterfinals for Czech tennis as four players reach the last eight; international Organ Festival in Olomouc celebrates Baroque masters Bach and Handel; and for our feature, our interview with Jiří Pehe in wake of the attack on opposition leader, Andrej Babiš. Tue, 02 Sep 2025 14:17:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8861581 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Historic US Open quarterfinals for Czech tennis as four players reach the last eight; international Organ Festival in Olomouc celebrates Baroque masters Bach and Handel; and for our feature, our interview with Jiří Pehe in wake of the attack on opposition leader, Andrej Babiš. 00:27:05https://english.radio.cz/deadly-myxomatosis-hits-czech-teacher-salaries-continue-lag-interview-barbora-8861463 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Deadly myxomatosis hits hares in southern Moravia: experts warn of serious risk'; Czech teacher salaries continue to lag behind OECD average, but why?; and for our feature, we meet Barbora Baronová, who says she puts all her own money into her feminist publishing company – and can only afford to do this as she has no children. Enjoy! Mon, 01 Sep 2025 14:12:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8861463 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Deadly myxomatosis hits hares in southern Moravia: experts warn of serious risk'; Czech teacher salaries continue to lag behind OECD average, but why?; and for our feature, we meet Barbora Baronová, who says she puts all her own money into her feminist publishing company – and can only afford to do this as she has no children. Enjoy! 00:28:33https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-08312025-8861319Broadcast in English - 08/31/2025Sun, 31 Aug 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8861319Broadcast in English - 08/31/2025https://english.radio.cz/david-borenstein-interview-prague-house-signs-8861200 Interview with American film director David Borenstein, author of the award-winning documentary “Mr. Nobody Against Putin” and a closer look at the many historical house signs in Prague’s Lesser Town, which once served in place of numbers. Sat, 30 Aug 2025 12:12:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8861200 Interview with American film director David Borenstein, author of the award-winning documentary “Mr. Nobody Against Putin” and a closer look at the many historical house signs in Prague’s Lesser Town, which once served in place of numbers. 00:26:45https://english.radio.cz/lost-manuscripts-good-soldier-svejk-animal-poisonings-interview-ambassador-8861232 News; Lost manuscripts of The Good Soldier Švejk found after 90 years in Prague archive; Conservationists ringing alarm bells over surge in poisonings of wild birds and animals; Is Czechia’s view on Israel changing? The ambassador to Israel responds to criticism in exclusive interview. Fri, 29 Aug 2025 14:15:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8861232 News; Lost manuscripts of The Good Soldier Švejk found after 90 years in Prague archive; Conservationists ringing alarm bells over surge in poisonings of wild birds and animals; Is Czechia’s view on Israel changing? The ambassador to Israel responds to criticism in exclusive interview. 00:26:12https://english.radio.cz/czechia-against-chat-control-tougher-measures-against-illegal-breeders-interview-8861116 19 EU countries propose monitoring communications in the EU, but what would that mean for privacy?, Tigers in Kletečná should be turned over to the state, Minister Hladík promises “tough action” against illegal breeders, Jeff White on why shortwave radio still matters: HFCC Conference in Prague  Thu, 28 Aug 2025 13:40:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8861116 19 EU countries propose monitoring communications in the EU, but what would that mean for privacy?, Tigers in Kletečná should be turned over to the state, Minister Hladík promises “tough action” against illegal breeders, Jeff White on why shortwave radio still matters: HFCC Conference in Prague  00:26:31https://english.radio.cz/film-about-raf-pilot-josef-frantisek-ban-e-scooters-historic-nerudova-street-8861002 Czech Television produces film about most successful Czech RAF pilot Josef František, Amid growing pressure from locals, Prague 1 bans e-scooters on historic Nerudova Street, Ostrava Zoo: home to 451 species, including some extinct in the wild Wed, 27 Aug 2025 13:17:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8861002 Czech Television produces film about most successful Czech RAF pilot Josef František, Amid growing pressure from locals, Prague 1 bans e-scooters on historic Nerudova Street, Ostrava Zoo: home to 451 species, including some extinct in the wild 00:26:29https://english.radio.cz/petra-kvitovas-us-open-farewell-zdena-salivarovas-legacy-lucy-and-selam-unveiled-8860895 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Petra Kvitová bows out with emotional US Open farewell; “Without her, 68 Publishers would not exist”: On writer and translator Zdena Salivarová’s legacy; and, for our feature, Lucy and Selam unveiled: Exclusive preview and interviews at new ‘People and Their Ancestors’ exhibition. Tue, 26 Aug 2025 13:29:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8860895 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Petra Kvitová bows out with emotional US Open farewell; “Without her, 68 Publishers would not exist”: On writer and translator Zdena Salivarová’s legacy; and, for our feature, Lucy and Selam unveiled: Exclusive preview and interviews at new ‘People and Their Ancestors’ exhibition. 00:27:26https://english.radio.cz/archirun-2025-hundreds-amethysts-uncovered-kromeriz-chateau-grotto-meanders-8860794 Archirun 2025: A run across Prague’s many historical sites, Hundreds of amethysts uncovered in Kroměříž Chateau grotto, Meanders through Prague: a family-friendly guide created by locals Mon, 25 Aug 2025 14:17:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8860794 Archirun 2025: A run across Prague’s many historical sites, Hundreds of amethysts uncovered in Kroměříž Chateau grotto, Meanders through Prague: a family-friendly guide created by locals 00:27:24https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-08242025-8860669Broadcast in English - 08/24/2025Sun, 24 Aug 2025 00:05:02 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8860669Broadcast in English - 08/24/2025https://english.radio.cz/czechs-abroad-register-august-24-vote-mail-2025-elections-8860546 For the first time, Czech citizens living abroad will be able to vote by mail—but only if they register by Sunday, August 24. The change marks a milestone in democratic access and follows years of civic effort by the Czech diaspora. As the country reflects on the 1968 invasion that once ended hopes of free elections, this reform is more than timely. In this edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we revisit the voices and stories behind this historic shift. Sat, 23 Aug 2025 12:11:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8860546 For the first time, Czech citizens living abroad will be able to vote by mail—but only if they register by Sunday, August 24. The change marks a milestone in democratic access and follows years of civic effort by the Czech diaspora. As the country reflects on the 1968 invasion that once ended hopes of free elections, this reform is more than timely. In this edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we revisit the voices and stories behind this historic shift. 00:29:04https://english.radio.cz/crystal-valley-week-2025-liberec-kingdom-come-deliverance-ii-expansion-social-8860575 News; Crystal Valley Week 2025: Liberec celebrates North Bohemia’s glass-making tradition; Popular video game Kingdom Come: Deliverance II reveals exciting expansion; Interview with Karel Kovář, better known as Kovy, one of the biggest names in Czech social media. Fri, 22 Aug 2025 13:59:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8860575 News; Crystal Valley Week 2025: Liberec celebrates North Bohemia’s glass-making tradition; Popular video game Kingdom Come: Deliverance II reveals exciting expansion; Interview with Karel Kovář, better known as Kovy, one of the biggest names in Czech social media. 00:27:18https://english.radio.cz/anniversary-1968-invasion-documentary-filmed-ukraine-nevermore68-festival-8860478 Czechs mark 57th anniversary of 1968 invasion, documentary filmed in Ukraine premieres in Czech cinemas, NeverMore68 festival Thu, 21 Aug 2025 14:12:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8860478 Czechs mark 57th anniversary of 1968 invasion, documentary filmed in Ukraine premieres in Czech cinemas, NeverMore68 festival 00:29:23https://english.radio.cz/low-interest-army-service-moravian-folk-artists-head-us-liberec-zoo-8860378 Interest in voluntary military service waning, Czech national logo, Moravian folk artists head for the US to teach their craft, Liberec Zoo Wed, 20 Aug 2025 13:54:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8860378 Interest in voluntary military service waning, Czech national logo, Moravian folk artists head for the US to teach their craft, Liberec Zoo 00:29:28https://english.radio.cz/controversy-over-ye-concert-obese-children-telc-8860302 Will Ye have a concert in Prague? Number of obese childrnen growing. Visit to Telč.    Tue, 19 Aug 2025 15:31:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8860302 Will Ye have a concert in Prague? Number of obese childrnen growing. Visit to Telč.    00:27:53https://english.radio.cz/czechs-skeptical-about-putins-peace-lucy-and-salem-prague-rajendra-chitnis-czech-8860148 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Skepticism high in Czechia regarding Putin’s willingness to stop the war; Lucy and Selam come to Europe: 3.3 million-year-old hominin fossils to go on display at National Museum; and, for our feature, “Other places and languages become possible”: Oxford scholar Rajendra Chitnis on the value of studying Czech literature. Enjoy! Mon, 18 Aug 2025 13:54:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8860148 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Skepticism high in Czechia regarding Putin’s willingness to stop the war; Lucy and Selam come to Europe: 3.3 million-year-old hominin fossils to go on display at National Museum; and, for our feature, “Other places and languages become possible”: Oxford scholar Rajendra Chitnis on the value of studying Czech literature. Enjoy! 00:29:11https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-08172025-8860026Broadcast in English - 08/17/2025Sun, 17 Aug 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8860026Broadcast in English - 08/17/2025https://english.radio.cz/karel-capek-decline-times-a-timeless-take-summer-8859938 This weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes features something a little different: a short story by Karel Čapek, one of the most famous Czech writers. Written in the early 1930s and later published in his collection Apocryphal Tales, On the Decline of the Times humorously shows that every generation believes the present is worse than the past. It’s a witty reminder that many of our “unprecedented” worries may be as old as humankind itself. Sat, 16 Aug 2025 14:06:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8859938 This weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes features something a little different: a short story by Karel Čapek, one of the most famous Czech writers. Written in the early 1930s and later published in his collection Apocryphal Tales, On the Decline of the Times humorously shows that every generation believes the present is worse than the past. It’s a witty reminder that many of our “unprecedented” worries may be as old as humankind itself. 00:25:21https://english.radio.cz/czech-pharmacies-offer-flu-vaccinations-hanzelka-and-zikmund-exhibition-brendan-8859935 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes Show: Selected Czech pharmacies to offer flu vaccinations this autumn; the world hasn’t changed much since Hanzelka and Zikmund, says exhibition curator; and in our feature, we meet Brendan McNally, author of a book on Martha Dodd – a spy for the Soviet Union who spent decades in Prague. McNally learnt about her from a Czech colleague when he first moved to the city. Fri, 15 Aug 2025 13:56:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8859935 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes Show: Selected Czech pharmacies to offer flu vaccinations this autumn; the world hasn’t changed much since Hanzelka and Zikmund, says exhibition curator; and in our feature, we meet Brendan McNally, author of a book on Martha Dodd – a spy for the Soviet Union who spent decades in Prague. McNally learnt about her from a Czech colleague when he first moved to the city. 00:28:30https://english.radio.cz/letni-letna-festival-czech-junior-athletes-among-europes-best-divoka-sarka-8859827 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes Show: Letní Letná festival offers Prague a carnival of the best new circus and theatre; Czech junior athletes among Europe’s best, breaking records; and, for our feature, another edition of our Prague Off the Beaten Track series, this time in Divoká Šárka. Enjoy! Thu, 14 Aug 2025 13:39:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8859827 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes Show: Letní Letná festival offers Prague a carnival of the best new circus and theatre; Czech junior athletes among Europe’s best, breaking records; and, for our feature, another edition of our Prague Off the Beaten Track series, this time in Divoká Šárka. Enjoy! 00:30:24https://english.radio.cz/escaped-wolves-sumava-park-world-yo-yo-contest-prague-ratiborice-chateau-8859724 News; Escaped wolves spark search and safety measures in Šumava National Park; The favourites triumph in the World Yo-Yo Contest, for the second time held in Prague; A trip to Ratibořice Chateau, where European nobility and Russian Tsar Alexander I met; Chomutov Zoo, from an open-air heritage museum to a vistas of free-roaming wildlife. Wed, 13 Aug 2025 13:49:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8859724 News; Escaped wolves spark search and safety measures in Šumava National Park; The favourites triumph in the World Yo-Yo Contest, for the second time held in Prague; A trip to Ratibořice Chateau, where European nobility and Russian Tsar Alexander I met; Chomutov Zoo, from an open-air heritage museum to a vistas of free-roaming wildlife. 00:28:33https://english.radio.cz/fm-lipavsky-ukraine-prague-lesser-towns-historic-house-signs-jewish-identity-8859609 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Foreign Minister Lipavský in Ukraine: Czechia backs Kyiv before Alaska Summit; Prague’s Lesser Town boasts 70 historic house signs, which once served in place of numbers; and in our feature, we look back at Jakub Ferencik’s interview with historian Ivan Puš about the history of Jewish identity and belonging in Czechoslovakia. Enjoy! Tue, 12 Aug 2025 13:57:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8859609 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Foreign Minister Lipavský in Ukraine: Czechia backs Kyiv before Alaska Summit; Prague’s Lesser Town boasts 70 historic house signs, which once served in place of numbers; and in our feature, we look back at Jakub Ferencik’s interview with historian Ivan Puš about the history of Jewish identity and belonging in Czechoslovakia. Enjoy! 00:26:09https://english.radio.cz/czechias-oscar-nomination-new-national-logo-escaped-lion-shot-dead-8859510 Oscar nomination announced, Czechia unveils new national logo, escaped lion shot dead, hiking around Czechia  Mon, 11 Aug 2025 14:07:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8859510 Oscar nomination announced, Czechia unveils new national logo, escaped lion shot dead, hiking around Czechia  00:29:21https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-08102025-8859381Broadcast in English - 08/10/2025Sun, 10 Aug 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8859381Broadcast in English - 08/10/2025https://english.radio.cz/holasovice-life-behind-thge-painted-walls-south-bohemias-unesco-gem-8859256 In this weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, Vít Pohanka speaks with Julia Kňažková, a Slovak who has made her home in the picturesque South Bohemian village of Holašovice. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is famed for its perfectly preserved Baroque farmhouses and centuries-old village layout — and for the everyday life that continues behind its painted façades. Sat, 09 Aug 2025 10:30:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8859256 In this weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, Vít Pohanka speaks with Julia Kňažková, a Slovak who has made her home in the picturesque South Bohemian village of Holašovice. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is famed for its perfectly preserved Baroque farmhouses and centuries-old village layout — and for the everyday life that continues behind its painted façades. 00:27:48https://english.radio.cz/negative-impact-czech-trade-due-us-tariffs-czech-scientists-investigate-sleep-8859181 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: The negative impact on Czech foreign tradedue to US tariffs; experts at Czech Academy of Sciences investigate sleep; and, for our feature, an interview with Aleš Březina, director of the Bohuslav Martinů Institute and co-curator of the festival ‘Martinů and His World’, celebrating the legacy of the great Czech composer at Bard Music Festival. Enjoy! Thu, 07 Aug 2025 13:50:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8859181 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: The negative impact on Czech foreign tradedue to US tariffs; experts at Czech Academy of Sciences investigate sleep; and, for our feature, an interview with Aleš Březina, director of the Bohuslav Martinů Institute and co-curator of the festival ‘Martinů and His World’, celebrating the legacy of the great Czech composer at Bard Music Festival. Enjoy! 00:29:30https://english.radio.cz/zemans-journey-beginning-time-turns-70-knodel-express-trains-continue-jihlava-8859072 News; Karel Zeman’s Journey to the Beginning of Time turns 70 – a Cold War cinema classic; Czechia’s iconic “Knödel Express” not being written off just yet; RPI visits Jihlava Zoo in the Vysočina Region. Wed, 06 Aug 2025 14:11:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8859072 News; Karel Zeman’s Journey to the Beginning of Time turns 70 – a Cold War cinema classic; Czechia’s iconic “Knödel Express” not being written off just yet; RPI visits Jihlava Zoo in the Vysočina Region. 00:28:39https://english.radio.cz/marlene-dietrich-grebovka-czech-food-expo-25-and-writer-marie-dockalova-8858947 Marlene Dietrich at Grebovka, Czech food at EXPO 25 and award-winning Czech writer Marie Dočkalová Tue, 05 Aug 2025 13:48:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8858947 Marlene Dietrich at Grebovka, Czech food at EXPO 25 and award-winning Czech writer Marie Dočkalová 00:28:16https://english.radio.cz/postal-voting-general-elections-praha-bubny-railway-station-opens-brewing-home-8858850 Czechs abroad register to vote in elections, after 40 years Prague has a new railway station, brewing beer at home abroad and the story of Silvester Muller.  Mon, 04 Aug 2025 13:57:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8858850 Czechs abroad register to vote in elections, after 40 years Prague has a new railway station, brewing beer at home abroad and the story of Silvester Muller.  00:26:42https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-08032025-8858729Broadcast in English - 08/03/2025Sun, 03 Aug 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8858729Broadcast in English - 08/03/2025https://english.radio.cz/roma-holocaust-remembrance-day-michaela-kuchler-story-lety-concentration-camp-8858579 The International Day of Remembrance for the Roma and Sinti Holocaust is marked on 2 August — the date when over 4,000 Roma were murdered at Auschwitz-Birkenau in 1944. In this weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we speak to Michaela Küchler, Secretary General of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance, about her family’s Czech roots, her mission to preserve the memory of the Roma genocide, and the tragic history of the Lety camp. Sat, 02 Aug 2025 09:22:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8858579 The International Day of Remembrance for the Roma and Sinti Holocaust is marked on 2 August — the date when over 4,000 Roma were murdered at Auschwitz-Birkenau in 1944. In this weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we speak to Michaela Küchler, Secretary General of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance, about her family’s Czech roots, her mission to preserve the memory of the Roma genocide, and the tragic history of the Lety camp. 00:29:21https://english.radio.cz/mendels-microscope-display-london-mosaics-pardubice-potholes-publisher-michael-8858663 News; Mendel’s microscope now on display at London's Science Museum; Pardubice student fixes potholes with dazzling mosaics; Michael Tate, founder of UK-based Jantar Publishing, on Prague Talk. Fri, 01 Aug 2025 14:56:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8858663 News; Mendel’s microscope now on display at London's Science Museum; Pardubice student fixes potholes with dazzling mosaics; Michael Tate, founder of UK-based Jantar Publishing, on Prague Talk. 00:28:34https://english.radio.cz/czechia-has-yet-recognize-palestine-kunderas-final-resting-place-adam-plachetka-8858544 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Czechia defies trend: No recognition of Palestine, yet; Brno unveils Milan Kundera's final resting place; and, in our feature, we look back at Ruth Franková’s interview with Adam Plachetka, one of Czechia’s foremost opera singers, who this year celebrates ten years since his debut at New York’s Metropolitan Opera. Enjoy! Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:12:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8858544 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Czechia defies trend: No recognition of Palestine, yet; Brno unveils Milan Kundera's final resting place; and, in our feature, we look back at Ruth Franková’s interview with Adam Plachetka, one of Czechia’s foremost opera singers, who this year celebrates ten years since his debut at New York’s Metropolitan Opera. Enjoy! 00:26:05https://english.radio.cz/world-esperanto-congress-brno-fireflies-named-insect-year-olomouc-zoo-8858422 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: World Esperanto Congress for 2025 meets in Brno; fireflies named insect of the year 2025, as their glow disappears from Czech summer nights; and, for our feature, we will explore another one of Czechia’s ZOOs, in our summer series "Stories from Czech ZOOs" - this week from Olomouc. Enjoy!  Wed, 30 Jul 2025 13:48:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8858422 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: World Esperanto Congress for 2025 meets in Brno; fireflies named insect of the year 2025, as their glow disappears from Czech summer nights; and, for our feature, we will explore another one of Czechia’s ZOOs, in our summer series "Stories from Czech ZOOs" - this week from Olomouc. Enjoy!  00:24:08https://english.radio.cz/us-premiere-smetanas-dalibor-activist-lenka-kralova-and-prague-pride-simon-8858319 News; The US premiere of Smetana’s opera Dalibor is being staged at Bard College with all-American cast; Prague Pride is “more important than Christmas” for Czech transgender activist Lenka Králová; Simon Rawlence shares the story of his father-in-law Věněk Šilhán: from Communist Party secretary for a week, to a banished dissident and signatory of Charter 77. Tue, 29 Jul 2025 14:13:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8858319 News; The US premiere of Smetana’s opera Dalibor is being staged at Bard College with all-American cast; Prague Pride is “more important than Christmas” for Czech transgender activist Lenka Králová; Simon Rawlence shares the story of his father-in-law Věněk Šilhán: from Communist Party secretary for a week, to a banished dissident and signatory of Charter 77. 00:30:37https://english.radio.cz/envelope-containing-masaryks-last-words-worlds-oldest-group-photograph-prague-a-8858206 News; Envelope with Masaryk’s last words to be opened in September; Velké Březno chateau holds possible oldest group photograph in the world; Prague as a 15-minute city? Interview with Zdeňka Havlová, a researcher at the Prague Institute of Planning and Development. Mon, 28 Jul 2025 14:09:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8858206 News; Envelope with Masaryk’s last words to be opened in September; Velké Březno chateau holds possible oldest group photograph in the world; Prague as a 15-minute city? Interview with Zdeňka Havlová, a researcher at the Prague Institute of Planning and Development. 00:24:50https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-07272025-8858062Broadcast in English - 07/27/2025Sun, 27 Jul 2025 00:05:02 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8858062Broadcast in English - 07/27/2025https://english.radio.cz/teaching-calm-a-noisy-world-julie-urbisovas-new-orleans-story-czechia-30-minutes-8857931 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, journalist and podcaster Julie Urbišová talks about adapting to life in the U.S., raising bilingual children, and teaching school yoga. Born in the Hlučínsko region of Czechia, she now lives in New Orleans, where she helps children unwind in a world full of noise and pressure. Her story is one of resilience, cultural blending, and small daily acts of balance—told in her own voice in Czechia in 30 Minutes. Sat, 26 Jul 2025 10:29:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8857931 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, journalist and podcaster Julie Urbišová talks about adapting to life in the U.S., raising bilingual children, and teaching school yoga. Born in the Hlučínsko region of Czechia, she now lives in New Orleans, where she helps children unwind in a world full of noise and pressure. Her story is one of resilience, cultural blending, and small daily acts of balance—told in her own voice in Czechia in 30 Minutes. 00:29:30https://english.radio.cz/golden-jackals-captured-camera-prague-pride-returns-interview-director-duzan-8857999 Today on Czechia in 30 Minutes: ‘Masters of avoiding humans’, Golden jackals captured on camera in Pálava, South Moravia; Prague Pride returns to celebrate LGBTQ+ lives and ask “where my home is”; and, in our feature, Ian Willoughby is back with his Prague Talk series, where this week, he speaks to Czech-Vietnamese director Dužan Duong. Fri, 25 Jul 2025 15:02:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8857999 Today on Czechia in 30 Minutes: ‘Masters of avoiding humans’, Golden jackals captured on camera in Pálava, South Moravia; Prague Pride returns to celebrate LGBTQ+ lives and ask “where my home is”; and, in our feature, Ian Willoughby is back with his Prague Talk series, where this week, he speaks to Czech-Vietnamese director Dužan Duong. 00:29:54https://english.radio.cz/holasovice-peasant-festival-czech-style-beer-goes-global-exploring-kajetanka-8857885 Today on our Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Holašovice Peasant Festival brings Czech traditions to life in South Bohemia; Japan to Canada, brewing own Czech-style beer is a global phenomenon; and, for our feature, another edition of our Prague Off the Beaten Track series, Where Prague feels like a village: exploring Kajetánka and its neighbors. Enjoy!  Thu, 24 Jul 2025 13:51:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8857885 Today on our Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Holašovice Peasant Festival brings Czech traditions to life in South Bohemia; Japan to Canada, brewing own Czech-style beer is a global phenomenon; and, for our feature, another edition of our Prague Off the Beaten Track series, Where Prague feels like a village: exploring Kajetánka and its neighbors. Enjoy!  00:27:29https://english.radio.cz/czech-made-tour-de-france-winners-trophy-hradek-u-nechanic-expo-2025-osaka-zlin-8857780 For today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Czech-made Tour de France winner’s trophy for 2025 features bold, new design elements; Hrádek u Nechanic: A piece of England in eastern Bohemia; Czech National Day at Expo 2025 in Osaka, welcomes President Pavel, Alfons Mucha, Czech beer, music, and more; and in our feature, another instalment of our summer series, ‘Stories from Czech ZOO’s’, where this week, we take you to Zlín. Wed, 23 Jul 2025 14:56:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8857780 For today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Czech-made Tour de France winner’s trophy for 2025 features bold, new design elements; Hrádek u Nechanic: A piece of England in eastern Bohemia; Czech National Day at Expo 2025 in Osaka, welcomes President Pavel, Alfons Mucha, Czech beer, music, and more; and in our feature, another instalment of our summer series, ‘Stories from Czech ZOO’s’, where this week, we take you to Zlín. 00:27:27https://english.radio.cz/social-democrats-ally-stacilo-annual-chess-and-games-festival-call-forest-8857645 Social Democrats ally with Stačilo! for autumn elections, dividing opinion among Czech left, Four thousand participants attend 36th annual chess and games festival in Pardubice, Call of the Forest: Prague exhibition explores people’s deep connection with trees Tue, 22 Jul 2025 13:51:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8857645 Social Democrats ally with Stačilo! for autumn elections, dividing opinion among Czech left, Four thousand participants attend 36th annual chess and games festival in Pardubice, Call of the Forest: Prague exhibition explores people’s deep connection with trees 00:27:33https://english.radio.cz/new-czech-air-defence-system-krkonose-meadows-threatened-invasive-plant-pepa-8857531 News; A new Czech air defence system has a range of up to 80 kilometres; As meadows in Krkonoše are threatened by invasive plant, the national park turns to the public for help; Pepa Vomáčka at 80 – Celebrating Prague’s Legendary “Pábitel”. Mon, 21 Jul 2025 14:02:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8857531 News; A new Czech air defence system has a range of up to 80 kilometres; As meadows in Krkonoše are threatened by invasive plant, the national park turns to the public for help; Pepa Vomáčka at 80 – Celebrating Prague’s Legendary “Pábitel”. 00:28:55https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-07202025-8857412Broadcast in English - 07/20/2025Sun, 20 Jul 2025 00:05:02 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8857412Broadcast in English - 07/20/2025https://english.radio.cz/are-us-border-controls-tougher-czech-stories-suggest-otherwise-8857351 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 minutes, we explore the story of a Czech clarinetist, recently deported from the U.S. for lacking proper work documents. His case made headlines, but Czech musicians, journalists, and even politicians have faced similar problems for years. This episode investigates whether U.S. border checks really got stricter—or whether Czechs are simply failing to understand long-standing rules. Sat, 19 Jul 2025 15:46:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8857351 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 minutes, we explore the story of a Czech clarinetist, recently deported from the U.S. for lacking proper work documents. His case made headlines, but Czech musicians, journalists, and even politicians have faced similar problems for years. This episode investigates whether U.S. border checks really got stricter—or whether Czechs are simply failing to understand long-standing rules. 00:27:41https://english.radio.cz/fm-receives-jan-masaryks-art-edmunds-gorge-reopen-visitors-historian-chad-bryant-8857321 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes: Foreign Ministry receives Jan Masaryk’s private art collection from London flat; Edmund’s Gorge, star attraction of Bohemian Switzerland National Park, to reopen to visitors; and, for our feature, US historian Chad Bryant discusses his book Prague: Belonging in the Modern City, which has just been launched in Czech. Enjoy! Fri, 18 Jul 2025 13:55:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8857321 On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes: Foreign Ministry receives Jan Masaryk’s private art collection from London flat; Edmund’s Gorge, star attraction of Bohemian Switzerland National Park, to reopen to visitors; and, for our feature, US historian Chad Bryant discusses his book Prague: Belonging in the Modern City, which has just been launched in Czech. Enjoy! 00:27:25https://english.radio.cz/brnos-moto-gp-race-czech-firefighters-search-missing-texas-prague-beaten-track-8857207 In today's Czechia in 30 Minutes: Brno’s Masaryk circuit gearing up for Moto GP race weekend; Texas flood disaster: Czech rescue team joins search for missing; and, for our feature, another edition of our series, Prague Off the Beaten Track. This time, we bring you to Dívčí hrady. Enjoy! Thu, 17 Jul 2025 13:09:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8857207 In today's Czechia in 30 Minutes: Brno’s Masaryk circuit gearing up for Moto GP race weekend; Texas flood disaster: Czech rescue team joins search for missing; and, for our feature, another edition of our series, Prague Off the Beaten Track. This time, we bring you to Dívčí hrady. Enjoy! 00:25:29https://english.radio.cz/czechs-learn-tough-lesson-work-visas-colours-ostrava-2025-pilsen-zoo-8857100 Deported from the U.S.: Czech rock star and clarinetist learn tough lesson on work visas, From Iggy Pop to talks on AI: Colours of Ostrava 2025 kicks off rich lineup of acts, Lemurs from Madagascar, strange snakes, and extinct fish at Pilsen Zoo Wed, 16 Jul 2025 14:08:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8857100 Deported from the U.S.: Czech rock star and clarinetist learn tough lesson on work visas, From Iggy Pop to talks on AI: Colours of Ostrava 2025 kicks off rich lineup of acts, Lemurs from Madagascar, strange snakes, and extinct fish at Pilsen Zoo 00:25:59https://english.radio.cz/drug-regulation-zizkov-tunnel-art-installation-stanley-cup-czechia-historian-8857001 Czechia moves toward regulated drug use with cannabis and psilocybin changes, Installation of playful mirrors to make Žižkov Tunnel entrance shine,  Stanley Cup returning to Czechia thanks to Florida Panthers duo, brief history of Jewish identity and belonging in Czechoslovakia Tue, 15 Jul 2025 13:33:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8857001 Czechia moves toward regulated drug use with cannabis and psilocybin changes, Installation of playful mirrors to make Žižkov Tunnel entrance shine,  Stanley Cup returning to Czechia thanks to Florida Panthers duo, brief history of Jewish identity and belonging in Czechoslovakia 00:26:30https://english.radio.cz/documentary-wins-main-prize-kviff-diouf-joins-west-ham-slavia-eu22-million-8856893 News; Documentary on two eccentric Czech brothers wins the main prize at the 59th Karlovy Vary festival; El Hadji Malick Diouf joins West Ham for €22 million, the largest fee ever for a Czech league player; 'Meanders through Prague', a family-friendly guide created by locals. Mon, 14 Jul 2025 14:24:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8856893 News; Documentary on two eccentric Czech brothers wins the main prize at the 59th Karlovy Vary festival; El Hadji Malick Diouf joins West Ham for €22 million, the largest fee ever for a Czech league player; 'Meanders through Prague', a family-friendly guide created by locals. 00:27:10https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-07132025-8856756Broadcast in English - 07/13/2025Sun, 13 Jul 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8856756Broadcast in English - 07/13/2025https://english.radio.cz/julie-urbisova-life-between-cultures-us-turkey-and-czechia-8856685 In this edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, journalist and yoga teacher Julie Urbisová reflects on living in New Orleans, raising bilingual children, and maintaining her identity between the Czech Republic, Turkey, and the United States. AN everyday life in today's divided America.  Sat, 12 Jul 2025 15:21:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8856685 In this edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, journalist and yoga teacher Julie Urbisová reflects on living in New Orleans, raising bilingual children, and maintaining her identity between the Czech Republic, Turkey, and the United States. AN everyday life in today's divided America.  00:24:11https://english.radio.cz/czech-army-helpline-new-prague-housing-projects-dark-side-prague-raf-pilot-8856676 Czech Army unexpectedly shuts down support helpline for soldiers and veterans, 25% of residents in Prague are foreigners, but is the city building fast enough?, Brutal murders and prostitution: The dark side of early 20th century Prague, From the RAF to a uranium mine: The lost story of Silvestr Müller Fri, 11 Jul 2025 13:42:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8856676 Czech Army unexpectedly shuts down support helpline for soldiers and veterans, 25% of residents in Prague are foreigners, but is the city building fast enough?, Brutal murders and prostitution: The dark side of early 20th century Prague, From the RAF to a uranium mine: The lost story of Silvestr Müller 00:28:47https://english.radio.cz/karlovy-vary-film-festival-continues-czechias-expo-2025-pragues-central-islands-8856556 On today's show: Karlovy Vary Film Festival hosts stories from around the world; Czechia makes a high-tech statement at Expo 2025; and, for our feature, Vít Pohanka brings you “Off the Beaten Track” to Prague’s central islands, urban oasis on the Vltava River. Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:33:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8856556 On today's show: Karlovy Vary Film Festival hosts stories from around the world; Czechia makes a high-tech statement at Expo 2025; and, for our feature, Vít Pohanka brings you “Off the Beaten Track” to Prague’s central islands, urban oasis on the Vltava River. 00:26:51https://english.radio.cz/prague-train-station-overhaul-staromestska-closes-one-month-dvur-kralove-safari-8856438 On today's show: Franz Joseph’s salons are final touches in Prague’s Art-Nouveau train station overhaul; Staroměstská, Old Town’s metro station, to be shut for one month after young men cause fire; and, for our feature, we are continuing in our series on Zoos in Czechia. Today, Dvůr Králové Safari Park: A slice of Africa in Czechia. We hope you enjoy! Wed, 09 Jul 2025 13:57:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8856438 On today's show: Franz Joseph’s salons are final touches in Prague’s Art-Nouveau train station overhaul; Staroměstská, Old Town’s metro station, to be shut for one month after young men cause fire; and, for our feature, we are continuing in our series on Zoos in Czechia. Today, Dvůr Králové Safari Park: A slice of Africa in Czechia. We hope you enjoy! 00:25:32https://english.radio.cz/vltava-relay-sets-unique-celtic-settlement-discovery-director-ondrej-provaznik-8856335 On today's show: Water from the Vltava source sets off toward Prague; unique Celtic settlement discovered near Hradec Králové; and, in our feature, writer-director Ondřej Provazník has a film in the main competition at Karlovy Vary Film Festival, based on a real-life sex abuse scandal. Enjoy! Tue, 08 Jul 2025 14:53:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8856335 On today's show: Water from the Vltava source sets off toward Prague; unique Celtic settlement discovered near Hradec Králové; and, in our feature, writer-director Ondřej Provazník has a film in the main competition at Karlovy Vary Film Festival, based on a real-life sex abuse scandal. Enjoy! 00:27:45https://english.radio.cz/star-power-karlovy-vary-czechia-lifts-surgery-requirement-gender-change-laichter-8856210 On today's Czechia in 30 minutes show: Star power arrives in Karlovy Vary; Czechia ends surgical requirement for legal gender change; and, for our feature, an episode all about the Laichter house family, in Prague. Enjoy!  Mon, 07 Jul 2025 14:01:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8856210 On today's Czechia in 30 minutes show: Star power arrives in Karlovy Vary; Czechia ends surgical requirement for legal gender change; and, for our feature, an episode all about the Laichter house family, in Prague. Enjoy!  00:25:04https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-07062025-8856078Broadcast in English - 07/06/2025Sun, 06 Jul 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8856078Broadcast in English - 07/06/2025https://english.radio.cz/jan-hus-konstanz-where-conscience-was-put-trial-8856039 In this weekend edition Czechia in 30 minutes, we visit the town of Konstanz, where Jan Hus was tried and executed in 1415. A small museum now stands in the house where he may—or may not—have stayed. Whether fact or legend, the site continues to preserve the story of a man who chose death over denying his conscience. Sat, 05 Jul 2025 11:20:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8856039 In this weekend edition Czechia in 30 minutes, we visit the town of Konstanz, where Jan Hus was tried and executed in 1415. A small museum now stands in the house where he may—or may not—have stayed. Whether fact or legend, the site continues to preserve the story of a man who chose death over denying his conscience. 00:29:12https://english.radio.cz/terezin-drawings-unesco-heritage-czech-cyclist-tour-de-france-prague-planetarium-8855984 Collection of children’s drawings from Terezin ghetto added to UNESCO Memory of the World register, Pavel Bittner to compete in Tour de France, visit to Prague Planetarium Fri, 04 Jul 2025 14:50:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8855984 Collection of children’s drawings from Terezin ghetto added to UNESCO Memory of the World register, Pavel Bittner to compete in Tour de France, visit to Prague Planetarium 00:27:28https://english.radio.cz/heatwave-para-athletics-grand-prix-moose-loose-kunraticky-les-8855844 How well is Prague prepared for heatwaves, Olomouc hosting Para Athletics Grand Prix, moose on the loose in Czechia , Off the Beaten track -Kunratický les Thu, 03 Jul 2025 14:22:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8855844 How well is Prague prepared for heatwaves, Olomouc hosting Para Athletics Grand Prix, moose on the loose in Czechia , Off the Beaten track -Kunratický les 00:28:38https://english.radio.cz/herman-geist-obit-authors-reading-month-prague-zoo-8855754  World War II hero Herman Geist dies at the age of 100, annual Author’s Reading Month focuses on voices from exile, Prague Zoo  Wed, 02 Jul 2025 15:34:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8855754  World War II hero Herman Geist dies at the age of 100, annual Author’s Reading Month focuses on voices from exile, Prague Zoo  00:29:12https://english.radio.cz/wwii-hero-herman-geist-dies-100-authors-reading-month-kicks-prague-zoo-8855753 We were liberators”: WWII hero Herman Geist dies at 100, Annual Authors’ Reading Month focuses on voices from exile, From Przewalski's horse to Edwards's pheasant: Prague Zoo at the cutting edge of wildlife protection Wed, 02 Jul 2025 15:30:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8855753 We were liberators”: WWII hero Herman Geist dies at 100, Annual Authors’ Reading Month focuses on voices from exile, From Przewalski's horse to Edwards's pheasant: Prague Zoo at the cutting edge of wildlife protection 00:29:11https://english.radio.cz/jakub-hrusa-becomes-chief-conductor-czech-philharmonic-us-artist-noah-breuers-8855604 News; Jakub Hrůša has been announced as the new chief conductor of the Czech Philharmonic; US artist Noah Breuer honours his family legacy at an exhibition in the synagogue in Český Krumlov; Interview with Derek Cummins, a businessman who has helped develop the pet insurance business in Czechia. Tue, 01 Jul 2025 14:03:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8855604 News; Jakub Hrůša has been announced as the new chief conductor of the Czech Philharmonic; US artist Noah Breuer honours his family legacy at an exhibition in the synagogue in Český Krumlov; Interview with Derek Cummins, a businessman who has helped develop the pet insurance business in Czechia. 00:29:05https://english.radio.cz/wimbledon-and-czechs-czech-old-timers-drive-japan-luxury-t3-tram-opera-singer-8855495 News; Wimbledon and the Czechs: a love story that keeps growing; From Prague to Japan by car: seven Czech old-timers are en route to Osaka EXPO 2025; Iconic T3 Coupe sightseeing tram, equipped with a bar, making the rounds in Prague; Our interview with opera singer Adam Plachetka on 10 years at the Met. Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:13:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8855495 News; Wimbledon and the Czechs: a love story that keeps growing; From Prague to Japan by car: seven Czech old-timers are en route to Osaka EXPO 2025; Iconic T3 Coupe sightseeing tram, equipped with a bar, making the rounds in Prague; Our interview with opera singer Adam Plachetka on 10 years at the Met. 00:27:42https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-06292025-8855362Broadcast in English - 06/29/2025Sun, 29 Jun 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8855362Broadcast in English - 06/29/2025https://english.radio.cz/staying-czech-a-divided-america-story-adam-holomoucky-8855236 Adam Holomoucký left Czechia to study on a sports scholarship at a university in North Carolina. Now, as a fresh graduate, he’s looking west — to Colorado or Texas — not just for work, but to experience America’s cultural diversity. In this weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, he shares why, despite the country’s divisions, he still believes in the American dream — and why he’s proud to stay Czech while building a future far from home. Sat, 28 Jun 2025 10:24:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8855236 Adam Holomoucký left Czechia to study on a sports scholarship at a university in North Carolina. Now, as a fresh graduate, he’s looking west — to Colorado or Texas — not just for work, but to experience America’s cultural diversity. In this weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, he shares why, despite the country’s divisions, he still believes in the American dream — and why he’s proud to stay Czech while building a future far from home. 00:26:26https://english.radio.cz/milada-horakova-anniversary-pastrnak-picks-8th-czech-mvp-award-architecture-8855297 Woman of courage Milada Horáková: “Her execution was meant to intimidate the nation”, NHL superstar David Pastrňák picks up 8th Czech MVP award, Architecture for Export: Brutalism, diplomacy, and the global legacy of Czechoslovak embassies Fri, 27 Jun 2025 14:36:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8855297 Woman of courage Milada Horáková: “Her execution was meant to intimidate the nation”, NHL superstar David Pastrňák picks up 8th Czech MVP award, Architecture for Export: Brutalism, diplomacy, and the global legacy of Czechoslovak embassies 00:29:39https://english.radio.cz/gratias-agit-award-young-musicians-bringing-cornett-back-life-expanding-story-8855186 News, Where sculpture meets freedom: Australian curator recieves Czech Gratias agit award, Young musicians tour Czech churches, bringing the cornett back to life, From castles to concrete: The expanding story of Prague Thu, 26 Jun 2025 15:32:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8855186 News, Where sculpture meets freedom: Australian curator recieves Czech Gratias agit award, Young musicians tour Czech churches, bringing the cornett back to life, From castles to concrete: The expanding story of Prague 00:29:25https://english.radio.cz/roman-soldiers-artefact-discovered-unique-kafkas-manuscripts-sold-noah-breuer-8854942 For today's show: Rare Roman soldier’s wrist purse discovered in South Moravia; unique collection of Franz Kafka's manuscripts sold in Paris; and, in our feature, our interview with American artist Noah Breuer about his Czech ancestry. Tue, 24 Jun 2025 14:05:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8854942 For today's show: Rare Roman soldier’s wrist purse discovered in South Moravia; unique collection of Franz Kafka's manuscripts sold in Paris; and, in our feature, our interview with American artist Noah Breuer about his Czech ancestry. 00:28:16https://english.radio.cz/brno-developers-prepare-soldiers-wargames-neeraj-chopra-czech-fans-ai-rules-8854839 On today's show: Brno developers prepare soldiers for war with groundbreaking wargames; Neeraj Chopra on training with Jan Železný and more; and, for our feature, Jakub Ferencik’s interview with Lea-Ann Germinder on AI regulation in Czechia. Mon, 23 Jun 2025 13:48:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8854839 On today's show: Brno developers prepare soldiers for war with groundbreaking wargames; Neeraj Chopra on training with Jan Železný and more; and, for our feature, Jakub Ferencik’s interview with Lea-Ann Germinder on AI regulation in Czechia. 00:28:37https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-06222025-8854697Broadcast in English - 06/22/2025Sun, 22 Jun 2025 00:05:02 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8854697Broadcast in English - 06/22/2025https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-06212025-8854681Broadcast in English - 06/21/2025Sat, 21 Jun 2025 16:35:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8854681Broadcast in English - 06/21/202500:29:27https://english.radio.cz/celts-czechs-what-palacky-wrote-about-first-known-inhabitants-bohemia-8854603 Weekend edition of Czechia in 30 minutes reveals just how much—and how little—was known about the Celts who once lived in Czech lands. In the hills in the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands, a reconstructed Celtic oppidum stands as a reminder of the ancient Boii tribe who once lived in what is now Czechia. The site reflects a broader fascination in Czech culture with Celtic heritage—an interest that has persisted since the 1990s and continues today. Fri, 20 Jun 2025 14:38:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8854603 Weekend edition of Czechia in 30 minutes reveals just how much—and how little—was known about the Celts who once lived in Czech lands. In the hills in the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands, a reconstructed Celtic oppidum stands as a reminder of the ancient Boii tribe who once lived in what is now Czechia. The site reflects a broader fascination in Czech culture with Celtic heritage—an interest that has persisted since the 1990s and continues today. 00:29:00https://english.radio.cz/govt-survives-no-confidence-vote-bitcoin-scandal-still-dominates-czech-media-8854478 Fiala government survives no-confidence vote, but doubts remain over ministers’ involvement, How have the Civic Democrats handled the bitcoin scandal so far?, “We call them Mandrakes”: Czech firm unveils whistling drones at Paris Air Show Thu, 19 Jun 2025 13:41:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8854478 Fiala government survives no-confidence vote, but doubts remain over ministers’ involvement, How have the Civic Democrats handled the bitcoin scandal so far?, “We call them Mandrakes”: Czech firm unveils whistling drones at Paris Air Show 00:29:24https://english.radio.cz/tram-closures-prague-complicate-traffic-vintage-praga-cars-interview-isabel-8854368 For today's show: tram closures in the center of Prague complicate public transport and car traffic; vintage Praga cars go on display at the National Technical Museum; and, for our feature, an interview with Isabel Stainsby, translator of a new book by Roma journalist Patrik Banga.  Wed, 18 Jun 2025 15:03:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8854368 For today's show: tram closures in the center of Prague complicate public transport and car traffic; vintage Praga cars go on display at the National Technical Museum; and, for our feature, an interview with Isabel Stainsby, translator of a new book by Roma journalist Patrik Banga.  00:28:24https://english.radio.cz/safe-way-stop-fleeing-vehicles-app-playing-prague-attract-educated-tourists-8854240 For today's show: Czech researchers develop safe method to stop fleeing vehicles; new mobile game “Playing Prague” aims to attract tourists interested in culture; and, for our feature, Danny Bate spoke to Adam Scheinherr, former deputy mayor of transport, about the ongoing construction of the metro D line in Prague. Tue, 17 Jun 2025 13:10:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8854240 For today's show: Czech researchers develop safe method to stop fleeing vehicles; new mobile game “Playing Prague” aims to attract tourists interested in culture; and, for our feature, Danny Bate spoke to Adam Scheinherr, former deputy mayor of transport, about the ongoing construction of the metro D line in Prague. 00:25:49https://english.radio.cz/zantovsky-czechias-response-todays-challenges-unique-archaeological-finds-8854144 Former ambassador and Havel biographer Michael Žantovský on Czechia’s response to today’s challenges, Czech Academy of Sciences unveils series of unique archaeological finds, new guide to Prague  Mon, 16 Jun 2025 14:15:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8854144 Former ambassador and Havel biographer Michael Žantovský on Czechia’s response to today’s challenges, Czech Academy of Sciences unveils series of unique archaeological finds, new guide to Prague  00:29:25https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-06152025-8854001Broadcast in English - 06/15/2025Sun, 15 Jun 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8854001Broadcast in English - 06/15/2025https://english.radio.cz/meet-cricket-lovers-behind-central-europe-cup-audio-tour-around-pilsner-urquell-8853877 For this Saturday episode, we’re taking you on two audio trips: one to a cricket ground, the other to a brewery. First up, Danny Bate's visit to Vinoř on the north-eastern edge of Prague, which this week hosted the Central Europe cup, organised by the Czech Cricket Union. Second, Jakub Ferenčík takes us on an exclusive tour around the famous Pilsner Urquell brewery, all the way down into the cellars where Pilsner beer was born. Sat, 14 Jun 2025 12:33:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8853877 For this Saturday episode, we’re taking you on two audio trips: one to a cricket ground, the other to a brewery. First up, Danny Bate's visit to Vinoř on the north-eastern edge of Prague, which this week hosted the Central Europe cup, organised by the Czech Cricket Union. Second, Jakub Ferenčík takes us on an exclusive tour around the famous Pilsner Urquell brewery, all the way down into the cellars where Pilsner beer was born. 00:29:17https://english.radio.cz/czech-students-shells-eco-driving-challenge-mummy-boy-found-tomb-skalna-petr-8853914 News; Czech students join Shell’s global eco-driving challenge for the first time; Archaeologists discover mummy of boy in family tomb in Skalná; Journalist Petr Brod on Czech-German relations and the place of radio in society. Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:02:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8853914 News; Czech students join Shell’s global eco-driving challenge for the first time; Archaeologists discover mummy of boy in family tomb in Skalná; Journalist Petr Brod on Czech-German relations and the place of radio in society. 00:26:13https://english.radio.cz/greenpeace-protest-against-trump-st-wenceslas-likeness-female-fighter-jet-pilot-8853781 Greenpeace protest against Trump and Musk policies, scientists produce likeness of St. Wenceslas, a closer look at the life of a female fighter jet pilot  Thu, 12 Jun 2025 14:08:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8853781 Greenpeace protest against Trump and Musk policies, scientists produce likeness of St. Wenceslas, a closer look at the life of a female fighter jet pilot  00:28:56https://english.radio.cz/prague-hosts-crickets-central-europe-cup-car-race-celebrates-130-years-skoda-8853697 On today's show: Prague hosts three teams for cricket's Central Europe Cup; veteran car race to celebrate 130 years of Škoda production; and, for out feature, an interview with Serge Borenstein, who famously redeveloped Prague’s Karlín district. Wed, 11 Jun 2025 14:42:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8853697 On today's show: Prague hosts three teams for cricket's Central Europe Cup; veteran car race to celebrate 130 years of Škoda production; and, for out feature, an interview with Serge Borenstein, who famously redeveloped Prague’s Karlín district. 00:28:05https://english.radio.cz/czech-army-plans-garrisons-every-region-radek-spicar-current-state-czech-economy-8853593 News; the Czech army plans to bring in garrisons to every region—but is still falling short; Expert Radek Špicar discusses current state of Czech economy and trade; “There’s no global resolution exclusively addressing youth mental health”, says UN Youth Delegate Veronika Novotná. Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:00:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8853593 News; the Czech army plans to bring in garrisons to every region—but is still falling short; Expert Radek Špicar discusses current state of Czech economy and trade; “There’s no global resolution exclusively addressing youth mental health”, says UN Youth Delegate Veronika Novotná. 00:29:25https://english.radio.cz/cinematographer-smutny-dies-aged-82-adam-ondra-bids-farewell-bouldering-martina-8853484 News; Czech cinematography legend Vladimír Smutný dies at age 82; Climber Adam Ondra bids farewell to bouldering; Social Science graduate Martina Dvořáková's home equality audit. Mon, 09 Jun 2025 14:20:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8853484 News; Czech cinematography legend Vladimír Smutný dies at age 82; Climber Adam Ondra bids farewell to bouldering; Social Science graduate Martina Dvořáková's home equality audit. 00:27:51https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-06082025-8853354Broadcast in English - 06/08/2025Sun, 08 Jun 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8853354Broadcast in English - 06/08/2025https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-06072025-8853322Broadcast in English - 06/07/2025Sat, 07 Jun 2025 16:35:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8853322Broadcast in English - 06/07/202500:29:25https://english.radio.cz/medieval-pilgrimage-badge-opava-czech-scientist-discovers-oceanias-largest-8853243 For today's show: the news; pilgrimage badge on display in Opava reveals connections of Czech medieval life; Czech scientist first to document Oceania’s largest rodent; and, for out feature, our exclusive tour of Pilsner Urquell Brewery.  Fri, 06 Jun 2025 13:31:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8853243 For today's show: the news; pilgrimage badge on display in Opava reveals connections of Czech medieval life; Czech scientist first to document Oceania’s largest rodent; and, for out feature, our exclusive tour of Pilsner Urquell Brewery.  00:29:26https://english.radio.cz/sand-statute-olomouc-1970s-rail-veteran-pragues-little-hanoi-8853173 For today's show: the News; an alternative statue of Holy Trinity created on Olomouc’s Upper Square; 1970s “bespectacled” rail veterans to get new lease on life; and for out feature, another edition of Prague Off the Beaten Track: Prague’s Little Hanoi. Thu, 05 Jun 2025 15:31:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8853173 For today's show: the News; an alternative statue of Holy Trinity created on Olomouc’s Upper Square; 1970s “bespectacled” rail veterans to get new lease on life; and for out feature, another edition of Prague Off the Beaten Track: Prague’s Little Hanoi. 00:25:58https://english.radio.cz/czech-films-kviff-medal-merit-diplomacy-laureates-us-journalist-matt-welch-8853056 What Czech films will compete at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival this year? We talk to  two laureates of the 2025 Medal for Merit in Diplomacy awards and US journalist Matt Welch talks about his years in Prague. Wed, 04 Jun 2025 14:38:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8853056 What Czech films will compete at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival this year? We talk to  two laureates of the 2025 Medal for Merit in Diplomacy awards and US journalist Matt Welch talks about his years in Prague. 00:28:00https://english.radio.cz/national-security-council-meet-over-bitcoin-scandal-bell-made-russian-missiles-8852948 News; Czech PM calls National Security Council meeting over suspect bitcoin transaction; The Netherlands send a bell made of Russian missiles from Ukraine to Prague’s Old Town; Beavers’ comeback: How a once-extinct species is reshaping the Czech landscape. Tue, 03 Jun 2025 14:09:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8852948 News; Czech PM calls National Security Council meeting over suspect bitcoin transaction; The Netherlands send a bell made of Russian missiles from Ukraine to Prague’s Old Town; Beavers’ comeback: How a once-extinct species is reshaping the Czech landscape. 00:27:33https://english.radio.cz/bitcoin-scandal-shakes-czech-government-nawrockis-presidential-win-poland-8852834 News; Bitcoin scandal shakes Czech government as opposition pushes for no-confidence vote; Czech leaders react to Nawrocki’s presidential win in Poland; British comedian Mark Watson on Prague and performing comedy abroad. Mon, 02 Jun 2025 14:16:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8852834 News; Bitcoin scandal shakes Czech government as opposition pushes for no-confidence vote; Czech leaders react to Nawrocki’s presidential win in Poland; British comedian Mark Watson on Prague and performing comedy abroad. 00:26:29https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-06012025-8852705Broadcast in English - 06/01/2025Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8852705Broadcast in English - 06/01/2025https://english.radio.cz/moravia-thailand-a-young-czech-womans-perspective-8852615 In this weekend on Czechia in 30 Minutes, we hear from Martina Šmídová—a young Moravian woman born after 1990. She talks about building a new life in Thailand, what it means to belong to the Millennial generation, and how old labels like “Czechoslovakia” still follow her. A brief but insightful look at how younger Czechs see the world—and how the world sees them. Sat, 31 May 2025 14:14:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8852615 In this weekend on Czechia in 30 Minutes, we hear from Martina Šmídová—a young Moravian woman born after 1990. She talks about building a new life in Thailand, what it means to belong to the Millennial generation, and how old labels like “Czechoslovakia” still follow her. A brief but insightful look at how younger Czechs see the world—and how the world sees them. 00:29:41https://english.radio.cz/czechias-digital-generation-20-years-baby-boxes-czechia-photographer-jeffrey-8852626 Born free, growing up wired: Meet Czechia’s digital generation, Twenty years of baby boxes in Czechia: One adoptive father’s perspective, Jeffrey Martin on mapping Prague’s streets in 1.3 million photos, news  Fri, 30 May 2025 15:06:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8852626 Born free, growing up wired: Meet Czechia’s digital generation, Twenty years of baby boxes in Czechia: One adoptive father’s perspective, Jeffrey Martin on mapping Prague’s streets in 1.3 million photos, news  00:28:51https://english.radio.cz/chinese-cyber-attack-czechia-mural-pays-tribute-milada-horakova-interview-8852523 For today's show: the News; Czech government holds China responsible for cyber-attack on Ministry of Foreign Affairs network; new mural at Prague’s Letná pays tribute to Milada Horáková; an interview with Czech UN Youth Delegate Veronika Novotná on the mental health crisis of our time and what the UN can do about it.  Thu, 29 May 2025 14:17:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8852523 For today's show: the News; Czech government holds China responsible for cyber-attack on Ministry of Foreign Affairs network; new mural at Prague’s Letná pays tribute to Milada Horáková; an interview with Czech UN Youth Delegate Veronika Novotná on the mental health crisis of our time and what the UN can do about it.  00:28:13https://english.radio.cz/karel-capeks-letters-england-filtruj-2025-coffee-festival-psychiatrist-tomas-8852399 News; Čapek’s Letters from England, signed by WWII paratroopers, exhibited; Prague celebrates specialty coffee at Filtruj! 2025 festival; Dr. Tomáš Páleníček on psychedelics in psychiatric treatment. Wed, 28 May 2025 14:08:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8852399 News; Čapek’s Letters from England, signed by WWII paratroopers, exhibited; Prague celebrates specialty coffee at Filtruj! 2025 festival; Dr. Tomáš Páleníček on psychedelics in psychiatric treatment. 00:32:18https://english.radio.cz/czech-african-partnership-day-czech-beavers-comeback-czech-landscape-news-8852295 News, Africa Day highlights historic Czech-African partnership, Day of Czech returns to enthuse and educate about Czech language and literature, Beavers’ comeback: How a once-extinct species is reshaping the Czech landscape, news Tue, 27 May 2025 14:11:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8852295 News, Africa Day highlights historic Czech-African partnership, Day of Czech returns to enthuse and educate about Czech language and literature, Beavers’ comeback: How a once-extinct species is reshaping the Czech landscape, news 00:29:12https://english.radio.cz/russian-disinformation-campaign-100-years-sokols-tyrs-house-martin-dusek-czech-8852161 From tanks to sabotage: how Russia never left Czechia alone, To mark 100th anniversary, Sokol’s Tyrš House unveils new mural, Martin Dušek maps anarchic Czech approach to construction in new film Mon, 26 May 2025 14:00:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8852161 From tanks to sabotage: how Russia never left Czechia alone, To mark 100th anniversary, Sokol’s Tyrš House unveils new mural, Martin Dušek maps anarchic Czech approach to construction in new film 00:27:35https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-05252025-8852037Broadcast in English - 05/25/2025Sun, 25 May 2025 00:05:02 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8852037Broadcast in English - 05/25/2025https://english.radio.cz/czechia-opens-envelope-postal-voting-8851881 Czechia has made a historic change to its election laws: citizens living abroad will now be able to vote by mail. As Czech women Marta McCabe, Julie O'Donovan and political scientist Petr Just point out, the reform comes after years of advocacy by Czech expatriates around the world. Weekend edition of Czechia in 30 minutes brings their views. Sat, 24 May 2025 06:18:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8851881 Czechia has made a historic change to its election laws: citizens living abroad will now be able to vote by mail. As Czech women Marta McCabe, Julie O'Donovan and political scientist Petr Just point out, the reform comes after years of advocacy by Czech expatriates around the world. Weekend edition of Czechia in 30 minutes brings their views. 00:29:30https://english.radio.cz/major-jiri-trnka-exhibition-opens-czechoslovaks-soviet-gulags-24th-prague-fringe-8851957 News; A major exhibition about the Czech animator and illustrator Jiří Trnka opens in Prague; Revealing the fate of Czechoslovaks in Soviet Gulags; Interview with Steve Gove as the 24th Prague Fringe Festival begins its rich programme of performances. Fri, 23 May 2025 14:10:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8851957 News; A major exhibition about the Czech animator and illustrator Jiří Trnka opens in Prague; Revealing the fate of Czechoslovaks in Soviet Gulags; Interview with Steve Gove as the 24th Prague Fringe Festival begins its rich programme of performances. 00:29:28https://english.radio.cz/remains-olomoucs-premyslid-rulers-medieval-medical-manuscripts-czech-anne-frank-8851866 For today's show: the news; remains of Olomouc's Přemyslid rulers identified and laid to rest; researchers examine stains in medieval medical manuscripts to uncover ancient remedies; the Czech Anne Frank: Diary of Věrka Kohnová.  Thu, 22 May 2025 15:45:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8851866 For today's show: the news; remains of Olomouc's Přemyslid rulers identified and laid to rest; researchers examine stains in medieval medical manuscripts to uncover ancient remedies; the Czech Anne Frank: Diary of Věrka Kohnová.  00:27:28https://english.radio.cz/czech-army-reaches-out-public-firefighters-risk-heart-disease-interview-jiri-8851744 For today's show: the News; how the Czech Army is reaching out to the public; are firefighters at increased risk of heart disease due to “eternal chemicals”?; and for our feature, an interview with political scientist Jiří Pehe on his career and life as he retires at 70.  Wed, 21 May 2025 14:32:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8851744 For today's show: the News; how the Czech Army is reaching out to the public; are firefighters at increased risk of heart disease due to “eternal chemicals”?; and for our feature, an interview with political scientist Jiří Pehe on his career and life as he retires at 70.  00:29:10https://english.radio.cz/iconic-rip-hill-was-once-lava-lake-silva-nortica-cycling-route-final-bears-8851634 News; the iconic Říp Hill was once a lava lake, researchers have revealed; the future Via Silva Nortica: the cycle route from Vysočina through southern Bohemia and on to Melk in Austria; will bears disappear entirely from Czech castles?; former Slovak President Kiska speaks out on Fico, Orbán, Babiš and the EU. Tue, 20 May 2025 14:14:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8851634 News; the iconic Říp Hill was once a lava lake, researchers have revealed; the future Via Silva Nortica: the cycle route from Vysočina through southern Bohemia and on to Melk in Austria; will bears disappear entirely from Czech castles?; former Slovak President Kiska speaks out on Fico, Orbán, Babiš and the EU. 00:25:20https://english.radio.cz/czechias-extreme-drought-expats-london-honor-czech-slovak-wartime-stories-prague-8851528 On today's Czechia in 30 minutes show, we bring you: the news; Czechia's extreme drought and forecast for the summer; expats in London honor Czech and Slovak wartime stories; and, for our feature, over 24,500 walkers take part in 58th annual Prague–Prčice March.  Mon, 19 May 2025 14:49:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8851528 On today's Czechia in 30 minutes show, we bring you: the news; Czechia's extreme drought and forecast for the summer; expats in London honor Czech and Slovak wartime stories; and, for our feature, over 24,500 walkers take part in 58th annual Prague–Prčice March.  00:26:30https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-05182025-8851385Broadcast in English - 05/18/2025Sun, 18 May 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8851385Broadcast in English - 05/18/2025https://english.radio.cz/coming-home-unknown-australian-couple-traces-czech-roots-8851246 Australian couple Jean Svoboda and her partner Richard have returned to Czechia to continue a remarkable journey—one that began in online archives and led them across Europe. Jean, whose father was Czech and mother Latvian, has spent years reconstructing her family’s past, piece by piece. Richard, himself of British origins and new to genealogy but moved by Jean’s commitment, joined her in uncovering stories long forgotten. Together, they reflect on identity, belonging, and what it means to rediscover home—half a world away. Sat, 17 May 2025 10:42:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8851246 Australian couple Jean Svoboda and her partner Richard have returned to Czechia to continue a remarkable journey—one that began in online archives and led them across Europe. Jean, whose father was Czech and mother Latvian, has spent years reconstructing her family’s past, piece by piece. Richard, himself of British origins and new to genealogy but moved by Jean’s commitment, joined her in uncovering stories long forgotten. Together, they reflect on identity, belonging, and what it means to rediscover home—half a world away. 00:26:00https://english.radio.cz/czech-election-campaign-begins-top-real-life-places-kingdom-come-deliverance-ii-8851308 News; Czech voters are sticking to familiar choices as the election campaign begins; The top 4 real-life locations of the hit game Kingdom Come: Deliverance II; Dozens of rarely accessible buildings are set to welcome visitors during Open House Prague. Fri, 16 May 2025 14:21:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8851308 News; Czech voters are sticking to familiar choices as the election campaign begins; The top 4 real-life locations of the hit game Kingdom Come: Deliverance II; Dozens of rarely accessible buildings are set to welcome visitors during Open House Prague. 00:27:28https://english.radio.cz/poll-shows-81-czechs-would-defend-country-prague-transport-celebrates-150-years-8851195 News; GLOBSEC poll shows 81% of Czechs would defend country; The Prague Transport Company celebrates 150 years with special documentary series; Prague off the Beaten Track goes to Rohan Island. Thu, 15 May 2025 14:57:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8851195 News; GLOBSEC poll shows 81% of Czechs would defend country; The Prague Transport Company celebrates 150 years with special documentary series; Prague off the Beaten Track goes to Rohan Island. 00:24:48https://english.radio.cz/adonxs-chances-eurovision-2025-brno-scientists-montoring-system-sleep-prevention-8851066 In today's Czechia in 30 minutes show, we bring you: the news; the chances of Adonxs winning Eurovision 2025 in Basel; Brno scientists develop monitoring system to keep pilots from nodding off; and, for our feature, I take you to an award-winning cafe in Prague, May Cafe, to speak to its owner about the inspiration behind the cafe. Wed, 14 May 2025 14:11:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8851066 In today's Czechia in 30 minutes show, we bring you: the news; the chances of Adonxs winning Eurovision 2025 in Basel; Brno scientists develop monitoring system to keep pilots from nodding off; and, for our feature, I take you to an award-winning cafe in Prague, May Cafe, to speak to its owner about the inspiration behind the cafe. 00:30:00https://english.radio.cz/prague-spring-music-festival-czech-cavers-complete-longest-underground-traverse-8850968 News; interview with the programme director of Prague Spring music festival; Czech cavers navigate country’s longest underground traverse in Moravia; Variety journalist Steven Gaydos remembers the late Jiří Bartoška. Tue, 13 May 2025 14:19:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8850968 News; interview with the programme director of Prague Spring music festival; Czech cavers navigate country’s longest underground traverse in Moravia; Variety journalist Steven Gaydos remembers the late Jiří Bartoška. 00:27:20https://english.radio.cz/museum-survivors-schindlers-factory-world-ice-hockey-championship-geocaching-8850843 News, Museum of Survivors opens near Brno, in the former factory of Oskar Schindler, Czechia beats Norway at World Ice Hockey Championship, and the geocaching craze in Czechia. Mon, 12 May 2025 13:00:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8850843 News, Museum of Survivors opens near Brno, in the former factory of Oskar Schindler, Czechia beats Norway at World Ice Hockey Championship, and the geocaching craze in Czechia. 00:29:22https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-05112025-8850734Broadcast in English - 05/11/2025Sun, 11 May 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8850734Broadcast in English - 05/11/2025https://english.radio.cz/we-have-no-choice-our-home-says-czech-fighter-ukraine-8850595 In Czechia in 30 Minutes, Czech fighter Jan Trčka explains why he defends Ukraine—and why the war matters to all who value democracy. Sat, 10 May 2025 12:05:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8850595 In Czechia in 30 Minutes, Czech fighter Jan Trčka explains why he defends Ukraine—and why the war matters to all who value democracy. 00:28:35https://english.radio.cz/death-actor-jiri-bartoska-czech-geopark-may-lose-unesco-status-trip-grand-hotel-8850623 News; passing of Jiří Bartoška, actor and face of Karlovy Vary festival; selling precious stones of unclear origin may cost geogark its UNESCO status; POBT explores Grand Hotel International Prague. Fri, 09 May 2025 14:13:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8850623 News; passing of Jiří Bartoška, actor and face of Karlovy Vary festival; selling precious stones of unclear origin may cost geogark its UNESCO status; POBT explores Grand Hotel International Prague. 00:29:03https://english.radio.cz/ve-day-special-8850391 Alex Rosenzweig talks to Holocaust survivor Felix Kafka who together with his brother was lucky enough to join a children’s transport to Great Britain, organised by Nicholas Winton. Mr. Kafka, who will turn 100 in June of this year, shares his memories of the time. And later on Jakub Ferencik will talk to Ivan Puš, a historian at Palacký University in Olomouc about Jewish identity and belonging in 20th century. Thu, 08 May 2025 12:09:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8850391 Alex Rosenzweig talks to Holocaust survivor Felix Kafka who together with his brother was lucky enough to join a children’s transport to Great Britain, organised by Nicholas Winton. Mr. Kafka, who will turn 100 in June of this year, shares his memories of the time. And later on Jakub Ferencik will talk to Ivan Puš, a historian at Palacký University in Olomouc about Jewish identity and belonging in 20th century. 00:29:03https://english.radio.cz/court-blocks-dukovany-tender-terezin-ghetto-liberated-80-years-ago-interview-8850424 Brno court blocks completion of Dukovany tender – what happens now?, Suffering not over for Terezín inmates, as liberating troops arrived to free them, Adam Stewart: Many Czechs don’t believe Cimrman plays could possibly work in English, news Wed, 07 May 2025 13:38:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8850424 Brno court blocks completion of Dukovany tender – what happens now?, Suffering not over for Terezín inmates, as liberating troops arrived to free them, Adam Stewart: Many Czechs don’t believe Cimrman plays could possibly work in English, news 00:30:29https://english.radio.cz/anifilm-festival-kicks-czechia-tops-eu-sales-e-cars-interview-martina-skala-8850305 Science fiction in the spotlight at this year’s Anifilm festival, Czechia shows greatest growth in EU of sales of electric cars, Martina Skála on working with Forman and Polanski – and dancing with horses, news  Tue, 06 May 2025 13:46:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8850305 Science fiction in the spotlight at this year’s Anifilm festival, Czechia shows greatest growth in EU of sales of electric cars, Martina Skála on working with Forman and Polanski – and dancing with horses, news  00:29:24https://english.radio.cz/zelensky-prague-80th-anniversary-prague-uprising-ai-researcher-lea-ann-germinder-8850218 Zelensky in Prague: “We see Czech aid as a joint fight against terrorism”, 80 years ago: Prague rises up against the Third Reich, “You absolutely have to use AI”: AI researcher on Czech-US alignment in AI regulation Mon, 05 May 2025 15:01:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8850218 Zelensky in Prague: “We see Czech aid as a joint fight against terrorism”, 80 years ago: Prague rises up against the Third Reich, “You absolutely have to use AI”: AI researcher on Czech-US alignment in AI regulation 00:28:34https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-05042025-8850047Broadcast in English - 05/04/2025Sun, 04 May 2025 00:05:02 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8850047Broadcast in English - 05/04/2025https://english.radio.cz/prague-patton-and-politics-liberation-8849931 Eighty years ago, World War II ended in Czechoslovakia with both celebration and uncertainty. In this weekend edition of Czechia in 30 minutes, historian Vít Smetana reflects on how the U.S. Army and Soviet forces divided the country—not just geographically, but politically. What did liberation mean in 1945, and how should we remember it today? Sat, 03 May 2025 12:04:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8849931 Eighty years ago, World War II ended in Czechoslovakia with both celebration and uncertainty. In this weekend edition of Czechia in 30 minutes, historian Vít Smetana reflects on how the U.S. Army and Soviet forces divided the country—not just geographically, but politically. What did liberation mean in 1945, and how should we remember it today? 00:29:53https://english.radio.cz/us-ukraine-agreement-freedom-celebrations-plzen-casting-director-maya-kvetny-8849969 Landovský: “The agreement will help Kyiv. If the US is mining somewhere, security forces will be present”, Freedom Celebrations in Plzeň bigger than ever on 80th anniversary of liberation, Maya Kvetny’s casting journey from L.A. to Prague Fri, 02 May 2025 14:52:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8849969 Landovský: “The agreement will help Kyiv. If the US is mining somewhere, security forces will be present”, Freedom Celebrations in Plzeň bigger than ever on 80th anniversary of liberation, Maya Kvetny’s casting journey from L.A. to Prague 00:28:50https://english.radio.cz/anti-fascist-sudeten-german-alois-ullmann-and-his-familys-story-8849760 For today's Czechia in 30 minutes show, we bring you an exlusive interview with anti-fascist Sudeten German Alois Ullmann and his two grandchildren who sat down with us in our studio. Alois Ullmann was a key figure in the Sudeten German social democratic movement. He fled to Great Britain during the Nazi regime but later returned to Prague. After being imprisoned in concentration camps, he worked to rebuild his party, Seliger Gemeinde, but was thwarted by the expulsion of Sudeten Germans. He later organized the resettlement of Sudeten German anti-fascists, known as "Aktion Ullmann."  As the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War approaches, his grandchildren, Sally Bywater and Chris Ullmann, reflect on his legacy, with the help of historian Thomas Oellermann who sets the stage for this painful period of history. We will be back with our typical show tomorrow. Enjoy! Thu, 01 May 2025 13:23:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8849760 For today's Czechia in 30 minutes show, we bring you an exlusive interview with anti-fascist Sudeten German Alois Ullmann and his two grandchildren who sat down with us in our studio. Alois Ullmann was a key figure in the Sudeten German social democratic movement. He fled to Great Britain during the Nazi regime but later returned to Prague. After being imprisoned in concentration camps, he worked to rebuild his party, Seliger Gemeinde, but was thwarted by the expulsion of Sudeten Germans. He later organized the resettlement of Sudeten German anti-fascists, known as "Aktion Ullmann."  As the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War approaches, his grandchildren, Sally Bywater and Chris Ullmann, reflect on his legacy, with the help of historian Thomas Oellermann who sets the stage for this painful period of history. We will be back with our typical show tomorrow. Enjoy! 00:29:58https://english.radio.cz/antonin-dvorak-exhibition-reconstruction-prague-square-return-beavers-czech-8849766 News, exhibition showing never-before-seen images of Antonín Dvořák, reconstruction of Prague square, the return of beavers to the Czech lands  Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:37:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8849766 News, exhibition showing never-before-seen images of Antonín Dvořák, reconstruction of Prague square, the return of beavers to the Czech lands  00:31:08https://english.radio.cz/unesco-backs-reconstruction-vysehrad-bridge-czech-volunteers-fighting-ukraine-8849669 On this show: news; a UNESCO mission recommends the reconstruction of Prague’s iconic Vyšehrad Railway Bridge; eighty years after WWII, Czech volunteers are defending Europe in Ukraine; Antonín Kokeš's career, from Albi to 'Antonín’s bakeries'. Tue, 29 Apr 2025 14:46:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8849669 On this show: news; a UNESCO mission recommends the reconstruction of Prague’s iconic Vyšehrad Railway Bridge; eighty years after WWII, Czech volunteers are defending Europe in Ukraine; Antonín Kokeš's career, from Albi to 'Antonín’s bakeries'. 00:26:57https://english.radio.cz/plans-pragues-philosopher-quarter-treasure-north-eastern-bohemia-future-our-8849575 On today's show: News; plans unveiled for Prague’s Philosopher Quarter; treasure worth unearthed in north-eastern Bohemia; and for our feature, we bring you another edition of our series, “Prague Off the Beaten Track” with Vit Pohanka. Mon, 28 Apr 2025 15:30:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8849575 On today's show: News; plans unveiled for Prague’s Philosopher Quarter; treasure worth unearthed in north-eastern Bohemia; and for our feature, we bring you another edition of our series, “Prague Off the Beaten Track” with Vit Pohanka. 00:26:13https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-04272025-8849411Broadcast in English - 04/27/2025Sun, 27 Apr 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8849411Broadcast in English - 04/27/2025https://english.radio.cz/celts-czechs-what-palacky-wrote-about-first-known-inhabitants-bohemia-8849278 Weekend edition of Czechia in 30 minutes reveals just how much—and how little—was known about the Celts who once lived in Czech lands. In the hills in the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands, a reconstructed Celtic oppidum stands as a reminder of the ancient Boii tribe who once lived in what is now Czechia. The site reflects a broader fascination in Czech culture with Celtic heritage—an interest that has persisted since the 1990s and continues today. Sat, 26 Apr 2025 11:11:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8849278 Weekend edition of Czechia in 30 minutes reveals just how much—and how little—was known about the Celts who once lived in Czech lands. In the hills in the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands, a reconstructed Celtic oppidum stands as a reminder of the ancient Boii tribe who once lived in what is now Czechia. The site reflects a broader fascination in Czech culture with Celtic heritage—an interest that has persisted since the 1990s and continues today. 00:29:27https://english.radio.cz/ai-regulations-czechia-bombing-plzen-1945-peter-bator-interview-8849327 How is Czechia complying with EU's AI Act, bombing of Plzen in April 1945, an interview with Former Slovak ambassador to NATO, Peter Bátor who recently visited Prague.  Fri, 25 Apr 2025 14:18:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8849327 How is Czechia complying with EU's AI Act, bombing of Plzen in April 1945, an interview with Former Slovak ambassador to NATO, Peter Bátor who recently visited Prague.  00:29:26https://english.radio.cz/alcohol-consumption-tree-monitoring-system-camp-exhibition-8849223 Excessive alcohol consumption in Czechia, new network monitoring health of trees around Czechia, what will Prague look like in 2050? Thu, 24 Apr 2025 14:50:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8849223 Excessive alcohol consumption in Czechia, new network monitoring health of trees around Czechia, what will Prague look like in 2050? 00:28:47https://english.radio.cz/road-traffic-victims-remembered-new-series-about-murdered-czech-novelist-czechs-8849120 Prague Astronomical clock stops to commemorate road traffic victims, Life story of murdered Czech female novelist subject of new series, Czechs' quiet secularism Wed, 23 Apr 2025 15:09:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8849120 Prague Astronomical clock stops to commemorate road traffic victims, Life story of murdered Czech female novelist subject of new series, Czechs' quiet secularism 00:29:24https://english.radio.cz/pope-francis-remembered-adolf-loos-villa-reconstruction-photographer-jan-lukas-8849008 Czechia mourns and remembers Pope Francis, Adolf Loos villa reconstruction, interview with daughter of photographer Jan Lukas Tue, 22 Apr 2025 14:51:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8849008 Czechia mourns and remembers Pope Francis, Adolf Loos villa reconstruction, interview with daughter of photographer Jan Lukas 00:28:57https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-04212025-8848902Broadcast in English - 04/21/2025Mon, 21 Apr 2025 16:35:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8848902Broadcast in English - 04/21/202500:27:41https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-04202025-8848853Broadcast in English - 04/20/2025Sun, 20 Apr 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8848853Broadcast in English - 04/20/2025https://english.radio.cz/dvorak-dialogue-and-czech-centers-new-vision-new-york-8848766 When Tereza Porybná talks about culture, she doesn’t mean a museum or a gallery — at least not in the traditional sense. For her, culture is a space. A space for dialogue, for connection, and yes, sometimes for surprise. Sat, 19 Apr 2025 11:53:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8848766 When Tereza Porybná talks about culture, she doesn’t mean a museum or a gallery — at least not in the traditional sense. For her, culture is a space. A space for dialogue, for connection, and yes, sometimes for surprise. 00:29:28https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-04182025-8848837Broadcast in English - 04/18/2025Fri, 18 Apr 2025 00:05:02 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8848837Broadcast in English - 04/18/2025https://english.radio.cz/installment-pipe-organ-st-vitus-cathedral-pardubice-cruise-ship-relaunched-8848805 For today's show: News; an installation of a new pipe organ at St. Vitus Cathedral begins; Arnošt of Pardubice cruise ship is launched once more; and, for our feature, we bring you to Brno, where students from 22 countries attended Czechia’s largest Model UN, held at Masaryk University.  Thu, 17 Apr 2025 14:13:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8848805 For today's show: News; an installation of a new pipe organ at St. Vitus Cathedral begins; Arnošt of Pardubice cruise ship is launched once more; and, for our feature, we bring you to Brno, where students from 22 countries attended Czechia’s largest Model UN, held at Masaryk University.  00:25:22https://english.radio.cz/website-japanese-tourists-national-parks-concerned-about-changes-visit-telc-8848684 Prague hopes to attract more tourists from Japan, national parks concerned about proposed changes, visit to Telč Wed, 16 Apr 2025 14:09:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8848684 Prague hopes to attract more tourists from Japan, national parks concerned about proposed changes, visit to Telč 00:29:09https://english.radio.cz/prague-moves-ban-shared-e-scooters-strength-coach-dominik-luks-milos-hroch-8848586 In the show today: news; Prague moves to ban shared e-scooters, resilience and strength coach Dominik Luks, Miloš Hroch on the Czech 'shoegaze' music genre in the 1990s. Tue, 15 Apr 2025 15:06:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8848586 In the show today: news; Prague moves to ban shared e-scooters, resilience and strength coach Dominik Luks, Miloš Hroch on the Czech 'shoegaze' music genre in the 1990s. 00:27:54https://english.radio.cz/czech-outfits-expo-2025-czechs-win-3rd-place-racing-competition-autonomous-8848483 News, designer Jan Černý and his EXPO 2025 outfits, Czech team wins third place at the world’s first racing competition for autonomous drones and the disinformation scene in Czechia Mon, 14 Apr 2025 14:47:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8848483 News, designer Jan Černý and his EXPO 2025 outfits, Czech team wins third place at the world’s first racing competition for autonomous drones and the disinformation scene in Czechia 00:29:24https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-04132025-8848340Broadcast in English - 04/13/2025Sun, 13 Apr 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8848340Broadcast in English - 04/13/2025https://english.radio.cz/reinventing-ostrava-geographer-jan-hradecky-citys-changing-landscape-8848215 Ostrava, once the industrial heart of Czechoslovakia, is redefining itself for the 21st century. In this weekend’s edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, geographer Jan Hradecký of Ostrava University explains how the city is balancing its heavy industry heritage with efforts to restore nature and protect against climate change. Sat, 12 Apr 2025 10:48:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8848215 Ostrava, once the industrial heart of Czechoslovakia, is redefining itself for the 21st century. In this weekend’s edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, geographer Jan Hradecký of Ostrava University explains how the city is balancing its heavy industry heritage with efforts to restore nature and protect against climate change. 00:27:27https://english.radio.cz/prague-beer-fest-returns-liberation-first-czech-town-80-years-ago-jeffrey-martin-8848255 In the show: news; Prague Beer Fest returns to Holešovice; liberation of first Czech town 80 years ago; photography pioneer Jeffrey Martin on mapping Prague's streets. Fri, 11 Apr 2025 14:04:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8848255 In the show: news; Prague Beer Fest returns to Holešovice; liberation of first Czech town 80 years ago; photography pioneer Jeffrey Martin on mapping Prague's streets. 00:29:25https://english.radio.cz/pablo-picasso-exhibition-czechia-innovative-czech-language-textbooks-pragues-car-8848162 Pablo Picasso artworks on show in Český Krumlov, a Prague primary school is transforming teaching of Czech to foreigners with innovative textbooks and a look at Prague's never-ending car problem.  Thu, 10 Apr 2025 14:46:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8848162 Pablo Picasso artworks on show in Český Krumlov, a Prague primary school is transforming teaching of Czech to foreigners with innovative textbooks and a look at Prague's never-ending car problem.  00:28:02https://english.radio.cz/czechs-expo-2025-life-a-houseboat-prague-women-traditinally-male-professions-8848039 Czech National Day at EXPO 2025, life on a houseboat on Vltava River, women in traditionally male professions, Word of the Week  Wed, 09 Apr 2025 14:37:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8848039 Czech National Day at EXPO 2025, life on a houseboat on Vltava River, women in traditionally male professions, Word of the Week  00:25:27https://english.radio.cz/who-wants-stricter-alcohol-controls-czechia-50-years-havels-dear-dr-husak-8847928 On today's show: News; WHO calls for stricter alcohol controls in Czechia amid rising health concern; 50 years since Havel’s “Dear Dr. Husák”: How Czech archive keeps memory of Communism alive in 21st century; and our feature, poet and literary editor, Jana Prikryl,  Tue, 08 Apr 2025 14:53:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8847928 On today's show: News; WHO calls for stricter alcohol controls in Czechia amid rising health concern; 50 years since Havel’s “Dear Dr. Husák”: How Czech archive keeps memory of Communism alive in 21st century; and our feature, poet and literary editor, Jana Prikryl,  00:29:26https://english.radio.cz/science-cern-brno-scientist-discovers-new-bacterium-documentary-life-palestinian-8847815 On today's show: News; science at CERN; Brno scientist discovers new bacterium in samples from Antarctica; A Man Fell: Documentary on life in a Palestinian refugee camp presented at One World Festival; and, for our feature, exploring Prague's passages, a hidden city within a city. Mon, 07 Apr 2025 15:04:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8847815 On today's show: News; science at CERN; Brno scientist discovers new bacterium in samples from Antarctica; A Man Fell: Documentary on life in a Palestinian refugee camp presented at One World Festival; and, for our feature, exploring Prague's passages, a hidden city within a city. 00:29:22https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-04062025-8847675Broadcast in English - 04/06/2025Sun, 06 Apr 2025 00:05:01 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8847675Broadcast in English - 04/06/2025https://english.radio.cz/boardroom-bohemian-highlands-8847530 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, Czech aristocrat Constantin Kinský reflects on his return to Czechia, rebuilding a family legacy, and how the country can reclaim its place at the heart of Europe. Sat, 05 Apr 2025 10:08:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8847530 In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, Czech aristocrat Constantin Kinský reflects on his return to Czechia, rebuilding a family legacy, and how the country can reclaim its place at the heart of Europe. 00:29:12https://english.radio.cz/castle-and-chateau-season-begins-first-driverless-train-launched-interview-8847602 In the show: news; the 2025 season for Czechia’s castles and chateaus begins, and historical sites are bracing for fans of Kingdom Come: Deliverance; Czechia launches Europe's first driverless passenger train; our interview with Reza Bird, director of Revolution 3.0, which premiered in Prague. Fri, 04 Apr 2025 14:28:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8847602 In the show: news; the 2025 season for Czechia’s castles and chateaus begins, and historical sites are bracing for fans of Kingdom Come: Deliverance; Czechia launches Europe's first driverless passenger train; our interview with Reza Bird, director of Revolution 3.0, which premiered in Prague. 00:26:21https://english.radio.cz/trumps-tariffs-and-czechia-belarusian-agent-uncovered-heart-vltava-reappears-8847487 In the show: News; What do the USA’s new tariffs mean for Czechia?; Czech counterintelligence uncovers Belarusian agent working for Russia’s GRU in Prague; Satellite images reveal 'the heart of the Vltava' beneath melting ice; Žižkov Tower on Prague Off The Beaten Track. Thu, 03 Apr 2025 14:30:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8847487 In the show: News; What do the USA’s new tariffs mean for Czechia?; Czech counterintelligence uncovers Belarusian agent working for Russia’s GRU in Prague; Satellite images reveal 'the heart of the Vltava' beneath melting ice; Žižkov Tower on Prague Off The Beaten Track. 00:28:08https://english.radio.cz/drones-reshaping-warfare-legionary-train-replica-tour-gabriela-jilkova-women-8847381 On today's show: The news of the day; how drones are reshaping modern warfare; Prague City Gallery launches campaign to restore Mácha monument on Petřín; legionary train replica sets off on annual tour of Czech towns and cities; and, for our feature, racing driver Gabriela Jílková on women in motorsport, her love for driving, and electric race cars.  Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:53:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8847381 On today's show: The news of the day; how drones are reshaping modern warfare; Prague City Gallery launches campaign to restore Mácha monument on Petřín; legionary train replica sets off on annual tour of Czech towns and cities; and, for our feature, racing driver Gabriela Jílková on women in motorsport, her love for driving, and electric race cars.  00:28:40https://english.radio.cz/foot-and-mouth-disease-concerns-mount-largest-disaster-decades-damrosch-casanova-8847282 On today's show: News, Authorities call for heightened responsibility as fears of foot-and-mouth mount, What could have been done differently in largest disaster in Czechia in decades, Exploring Giacomo Casanova’s final years in Bohemia with Professor Leo Damrosch. Tue, 01 Apr 2025 14:49:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8847282 On today's show: News, Authorities call for heightened responsibility as fears of foot-and-mouth mount, What could have been done differently in largest disaster in Czechia in decades, Exploring Giacomo Casanova’s final years in Bohemia with Professor Leo Damrosch. 00:26:04https://english.radio.cz/mensik-defeats-djokovic-miami-mission-zero-g-socialist-chandeliers-martin-dusek-8847164 News; Jakub Menšík defeats Novak Djokovic in Miami; Mission Zero-G inspires future Czech astronauts; socialist chandeliers restored; documentarian Martin Dušek on Czech taste. Mon, 31 Mar 2025 13:59:00 +0200https://english.radio.cz/node/8847164 News; Jakub Menšík defeats Novak Djokovic in Miami; Mission Zero-G inspires future Czech astronauts; socialist chandeliers restored; documentarian Martin Dušek on Czech taste. 00:29:07https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-03302025-8847037 Broadcast in English - 03/30/2025 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 00:05:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8847037 Broadcast in English - 03/30/2025 https://english.radio.cz/interview-artist-tomas-fantl-8846829 Tomáš Fantl: To the bottom of the world at the toss of a coin Sat, 29 Mar 2025 14:13:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8846829 Tomáš Fantl: To the bottom of the world at the toss of a coin 00:27:45https://english.radio.cz/czech-familys-plea-bone-marrow-donors-bringing-space-life-lea-ann-germinder-ai-8846968 In today's show: The news of the day; Czech family's plea for bone marrow donor sparks nationwide response; bringing global and space phenomena to life in Žatec; and for our feature, we have Jakub Ferenčík’s interview with Lea-Ann Germinder an AI researcher on Czech-US alignment in AI regulation, and more. Fri, 28 Mar 2025 14:45:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8846968 In today's show: The news of the day; Czech family's plea for bone marrow donor sparks nationwide response; bringing global and space phenomena to life in Žatec; and for our feature, we have Jakub Ferenčík’s interview with Lea-Ann Germinder an AI researcher on Czech-US alignment in AI regulation, and more. 00:28:06https://english.radio.cz/u-hybernu-building-sold-vlny-waves-film-screened-western-audiences-petr-kolar-8846857 In this show: news; Prague’s majestic U Hybernů building gets sold for half a billion crowns; the French screening of Vlny (Waves) offers a shortened version; former ambassador to the US and Russia Petr Kolář on Ukraine, NATO, and the future of Czech security. Thu, 27 Mar 2025 15:20:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8846857 In this show: news; Prague’s majestic U Hybernů building gets sold for half a billion crowns; the French screening of Vlny (Waves) offers a shortened version; former ambassador to the US and Russia Petr Kolář on Ukraine, NATO, and the future of Czech security. 00:28:23https://english.radio.cz/new-report-mental-health-ukraine-diplomacy-week-foot-and-mouth-disease-female-8846731 News; new Czech report highlights the impact of the war in Ukraine on mental health; Diplomacy Week 2025 brings the international world of diplomacy home to the Czech public; Czech farmers scramble to secure their livestock as foot-and-mouth comes closer; Alexandra Jacobea's path to becoming a pastor. Wed, 26 Mar 2025 14:37:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8846731 News; new Czech report highlights the impact of the war in Ukraine on mental health; Diplomacy Week 2025 brings the international world of diplomacy home to the Czech public; Czech farmers scramble to secure their livestock as foot-and-mouth comes closer; Alexandra Jacobea's path to becoming a pastor. 00:24:38https://english.radio.cz/heat-camouflage-ukraine-tighter-rules-plastic-surgery-motherboard-documentary-8846593 News, Czech experts produce anti-drone camouflage for Ukrainian soldiers, new bill should tighten the rules on who can perform aesthetic medicine, Motherboard documentary screens at One World, Czech Expo 2025 mascot honours glassmaker René Roubíček’s legacy Tue, 25 Mar 2025 13:38:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8846593 News, Czech experts produce anti-drone camouflage for Ukrainian soldiers, new bill should tighten the rules on who can perform aesthetic medicine, Motherboard documentary screens at One World, Czech Expo 2025 mascot honours glassmaker René Roubíček’s legacy 00:28:47https://english.radio.cz/pavel-wants-czech-peacekeepers-ukraine-rare-ducklings-prague-zoo-trpaslicon-8846485 President Pavel says Czechia should be part of peacekeeping force in Ukraine, world’s rarest ducklings have hatched at Prague Zoo, Prague Trpaslicon festival celebrates all things Britcom and Brit sci-fi; news Mon, 24 Mar 2025 13:45:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8846485 President Pavel says Czechia should be part of peacekeeping force in Ukraine, world’s rarest ducklings have hatched at Prague Zoo, Prague Trpaslicon festival celebrates all things Britcom and Brit sci-fi; news 00:29:49https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-03232025-8846350Broadcast in English - 03/23/2025Sun, 23 Mar 2025 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8846350Broadcast in English - 03/23/2025https://english.radio.cz/petr-brod-radio-free-europe-was-a-lifeline-behind-iron-curtain-8846173 The U.S. government has announced it will stop funding Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty—a station that once played a vital role in Czechoslovakia’s fight for freedom. In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 minutes, journalist and historian Petr Brod shares personal memories of working at RFE/RL in Munich and later in Prague. From newsroom "tribalism" to the station's mission during the Cold War, Brod offers a rare inside look at one of the most influential broadcasters of the 20th century. Sat, 22 Mar 2025 08:17:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8846173 The U.S. government has announced it will stop funding Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty—a station that once played a vital role in Czechoslovakia’s fight for freedom. In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 minutes, journalist and historian Petr Brod shares personal memories of working at RFE/RL in Munich and later in Prague. From newsroom "tribalism" to the station's mission during the Cold War, Brod offers a rare inside look at one of the most influential broadcasters of the 20th century. 00:29:09https://english.radio.cz/president-pavel-visits-ukraine-ledecka-truimph-rare-fern-found-znojmo-8846260 President Pavel in Ukraine, Ester Ledecka wins two FIS World Championship medals in two different disciplines, digitization of art collections, rare fern found growing in Znojmo . Fri, 21 Mar 2025 14:00:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8846260 President Pavel in Ukraine, Ester Ledecka wins two FIS World Championship medals in two different disciplines, digitization of art collections, rare fern found growing in Znojmo . 00:28:14https://english.radio.cz/prague-airport-innovates-ahead-record-numbers-powder-tower-turns-550-daniel-8846148 In this show: news; Prague Airport braces for record number of passengers, Prague’s Powder Tower celebrates 550 years; interview with broadcaster, journalist and tutor Daniel Sywala on Czech-Serbian relations and promoting ex-Yugoslavia. Thu, 20 Mar 2025 14:52:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8846148 In this show: news; Prague Airport braces for record number of passengers, Prague’s Powder Tower celebrates 550 years; interview with broadcaster, journalist and tutor Daniel Sywala on Czech-Serbian relations and promoting ex-Yugoslavia. 00:29:11https://english.radio.cz/security-conference-prague-drink-spiking-study-train-driver-marie-sehnalova-8846028 In the show: news; the security conference in Prague, and the Czech view on the worsening security situation; a new study shows drink spiking is present in Prague; our interview with female train driver Marie Sehnalová. Wed, 19 Mar 2025 14:44:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8846028 In the show: news; the security conference in Prague, and the Czech view on the worsening security situation; a new study shows drink spiking is present in Prague; our interview with female train driver Marie Sehnalová. 00:29:28https://english.radio.cz/serbian-anti-corruption-protests-new-tool-diagnose-dyslexia-head-prague-theatre-8845915 News; Czech connections to protests in Belgrade; Brno scientists develop new tool to diagnose dyslexia; Interview with Guy Roberts, head of the Prague Theatre Company. Tue, 18 Mar 2025 14:54:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8845915 News; Czech connections to protests in Belgrade; Brno scientists develop new tool to diagnose dyslexia; Interview with Guy Roberts, head of the Prague Theatre Company. 00:29:05https://english.radio.cz/lipavsky-seeks-save-radio-free-europeradio-liberty-new-website-kingdom-come-8845801 On the show today: news; FM Lipavský seeks to save Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty after US funding cut; New website for locations of Kingdom Come: Deliverance; Who owns Czech football? Mon, 17 Mar 2025 14:03:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8845801 On the show today: news; FM Lipavský seeks to save Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty after US funding cut; New website for locations of Kingdom Come: Deliverance; Who owns Czech football? 00:29:46https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-03162025-8845664Broadcast in English - 03/16/2025Sun, 16 Mar 2025 00:05:02 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8845664Broadcast in English - 03/16/2025https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-march-15-2025-8845499 Jakub Ferenčík of Radio Prague International brings in a fresh kind of “cross-Atlantic” take on what was and is going on both in Czechia and Slovakia. Sat, 15 Mar 2025 08:54:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8845499 Jakub Ferenčík of Radio Prague International brings in a fresh kind of “cross-Atlantic” take on what was and is going on both in Czechia and Slovakia. 00:29:29https://english.radio.cz/czechias-defense-strategy-czech-society-after-covid-prague-based-actress-roza-8845586 News; Czechia’s defense strategy in a changing world; Czech society blocked out the Covid pandemic?; interview with Prague based actress Róza Andělová Fri, 14 Mar 2025 15:01:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8845586 News; Czechia’s defense strategy in a changing world; Czech society blocked out the Covid pandemic?; interview with Prague based actress Róza Andělová 00:29:54https://english.radio.cz/chinggis-khan-pragues-national-museum-plans-high-speed-line-slovakia-vysehrad-8845456 Chinggis Khan exhibition at Prague’s National Museum, plans for high speed line between Prague and Bratislava, trip to the Vyšehrad Casemates, an underground complex from the 17th century. Thu, 13 Mar 2025 14:32:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8845456 Chinggis Khan exhibition at Prague’s National Museum, plans for high speed line between Prague and Bratislava, trip to the Vyšehrad Casemates, an underground complex from the 17th century. 00:27:44https://english.radio.cz/one-world-documentary-festival-last-woman-executed-czech-lands-conductor-anna-8845338 One World Documentary Festival, Hepnarova last woman executed in Czech lands for mass murder, Czech women pioneers and their modern day successors – today introducing conductor Anna Novotná Pešková Wed, 12 Mar 2025 13:47:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8845338 One World Documentary Festival, Hepnarova last woman executed in Czech lands for mass murder, Czech women pioneers and their modern day successors – today introducing conductor Anna Novotná Pešková 00:28:56https://english.radio.cz/investigation-jan-masaryks-death-could-us-abandon-europe-interview-jerina-sykora-8845244 In today’s show, we bring you the reopening of the investigation into Jan Masaryk’s death. Then we tackle whether US President Donald Trump could abandon Europe and why Czech top officials met as a result in Prague, on Monday. Finally, we have another episode of Prague Talk. This time, we meet Jerina Sykora, who is the focus of “Volver a Volver,” a documentary that will get its premiere at the One World festival in Prague next week. And, as always, we also bring you the latest news headlines of the day. Enjoy! Tue, 11 Mar 2025 14:32:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8845244 In today’s show, we bring you the reopening of the investigation into Jan Masaryk’s death. Then we tackle whether US President Donald Trump could abandon Europe and why Czech top officials met as a result in Prague, on Monday. Finally, we have another episode of Prague Talk. This time, we meet Jerina Sykora, who is the focus of “Volver a Volver,” a documentary that will get its premiere at the One World festival in Prague next week. And, as always, we also bring you the latest news headlines of the day. Enjoy! 00:28:18https://english.radio.cz/czech-lion-awards-satchmo-prague-60-years-ago-moravia-ostrava-offensive-8845148 Vlny dominates Czech Lion Awards, Louis Armstrong's visit to Prague in the 1960s was a memorable occassion, 1945: the Moravia–Ostrava offensive was the largest combat operation on the territory of modern-day Czechia. Mon, 10 Mar 2025 15:06:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8845148 Vlny dominates Czech Lion Awards, Louis Armstrong's visit to Prague in the 1960s was a memorable occassion, 1945: the Moravia–Ostrava offensive was the largest combat operation on the territory of modern-day Czechia. 00:26:50https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-03092025-8844995Broadcast in English - 03/09/2025Sun, 09 Mar 2025 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8844995Broadcast in English - 03/09/2025https://english.radio.cz/petr-brod-speaking-german-1950s-czechoslovakia-8844920 Our interview with journalist Petr Brod on his life, career, and how it could be dangerous to speak German in 1950s Czechoslovakia Sat, 08 Mar 2025 14:31:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8844920 Our interview with journalist Petr Brod on his life, career, and how it could be dangerous to speak German in 1950s Czechoslovakia 00:28:43https://english.radio.cz/czechia-michelin-guide-brno-scientists-track-intergalactic-winds-8844919 News; Czechia lands spot in Michelin guide; Scientists now able to detect winds travelling between galaxies, experts from Brno contributed Fri, 07 Mar 2025 14:28:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8844919 News; Czechia lands spot in Michelin guide; Scientists now able to detect winds travelling between galaxies, experts from Brno contributed 00:29:27https://english.radio.cz/tracking-prehistoric-hunters-jacob-mikanowski-interview-8844800 News; Olomouc scientists track prehistoric hunters through flint samples; Was Communism in Czechoslovakia unique? Historian Jacob Mikanowski on Czechoslovakia’s distinctive story Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:51:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8844800 News; Olomouc scientists track prehistoric hunters through flint samples; Was Communism in Czechoslovakia unique? Historian Jacob Mikanowski on Czechoslovakia’s distinctive story 00:28:33https://english.radio.cz/new-social-scholarships-university-krkonose-national-park-revives-rare-trees-8844680 In today's show, we take a look at social scholarships for university studies that aim to expand and support more students. Then we bring you Krkonoše National Park’s project to revive a rare silver fir tree. And for our feature, we have another episode of our series on Czech pioneering women. This week, we bring you the many roles of Professor Jarmila Heissigerová. We also bring you the latest news headlines of the day. Enjoy! Wed, 05 Mar 2025 14:13:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8844680 In today's show, we take a look at social scholarships for university studies that aim to expand and support more students. Then we bring you Krkonoše National Park’s project to revive a rare silver fir tree. And for our feature, we have another episode of our series on Czech pioneering women. This week, we bring you the many roles of Professor Jarmila Heissigerová. We also bring you the latest news headlines of the day. Enjoy! 00:24:43https://english.radio.cz/a-new-hybrid-war-russia-trumps-comments-anger-czechs-interview-ondrej-pilny-8844596 In today's show, we take a look at political scientist Jiři Pehe's comments that Czechia must be ready for a more intense hybrid war from Russia. Then we address President Trump’s comments that angered Czechs, who have since sent record amounts of aid to Ukraine. And for our feature, we meet Ondřej Pilný, director of Charles University’s Centre for Irish Studies, who says a visit to the Emerald Isle helped shape his career path. We also bring you the latest news headlines of the day. Enjoy! Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:00:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8844596 In today's show, we take a look at political scientist Jiři Pehe's comments that Czechia must be ready for a more intense hybrid war from Russia. Then we address President Trump’s comments that angered Czechs, who have since sent record amounts of aid to Ukraine. And for our feature, we meet Ondřej Pilný, director of Charles University’s Centre for Irish Studies, who says a visit to the Emerald Isle helped shape his career path. We also bring you the latest news headlines of the day. Enjoy! 00:29:10https://english.radio.cz/fiala-urges-boost-military-aid-ukraine-mucha-exhibition-opens-us-ai-researcher-8844463 In the show today: news; Czech Prime Minister Fiala urges a boost in military aid to Ukraine, Alfonse Mucha exhibition opens in Washington before touring the US and Mexico; our first Word of the Week; our interview with AI researcher Lea-Ann Germinder, on why the world has to get on board with AI. Mon, 03 Mar 2025 14:21:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8844463 In the show today: news; Czech Prime Minister Fiala urges a boost in military aid to Ukraine, Alfonse Mucha exhibition opens in Washington before touring the US and Mexico; our first Word of the Week; our interview with AI researcher Lea-Ann Germinder, on why the world has to get on board with AI. 00:28:00https://english.radio.cz/gidon-lev-holocaust-survivor-and-tiktok-star-8844207 Gidon Lev, Holocaust survivor and TikTok star: “I was a prop for Elon Musk when he visited Auschwitz” Sat, 01 Mar 2025 13:35:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8844207 Gidon Lev, Holocaust survivor and TikTok star: “I was a prop for Elon Musk when he visited Auschwitz” 00:29:19https://english.radio.cz/first-childrens-ombudsman-art-therapys-popularity-czech-volunteers-zambia-8844210 News; Czechia will get its first Children's Ombudsman; Art therapy gaining ground in Czechia; Czech volunteers build school with locals in Zambia Fri, 28 Feb 2025 13:38:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8844210 News; Czechia will get its first Children's Ombudsman; Art therapy gaining ground in Czechia; Czech volunteers build school with locals in Zambia 00:29:12https://english.radio.cz/farmers-protests-a-trip-pragues-national-pantheon-and-vltava-philharmonic-8844099 In today's episode: news; Czech farmers protest over the country; designs revealed and construction date set for Vltava Philharmonic Hall; a trip around Vyšehrad Cemetery, Prague’s national pantheon. Thu, 27 Feb 2025 14:18:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8844099 In today's episode: news; Czech farmers protest over the country; designs revealed and construction date set for Vltava Philharmonic Hall; a trip around Vyšehrad Cemetery, Prague’s national pantheon. 00:27:00https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-february-26-2025-8843967 News; Czechia’s largest hospital, Motol, embroiled in massive fraud scandal; Jews gather in Holešov to honor Rabbi Shach; Jana Tyrer, Czech ambassador to Australia. Wed, 26 Feb 2025 14:12:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8843967 News; Czechia’s largest hospital, Motol, embroiled in massive fraud scandal; Jews gather in Holešov to honor Rabbi Shach; Jana Tyrer, Czech ambassador to Australia. 00:28:51https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-february-25-2025-8843851 News; Czech PM on the need to react to changing world order; Poet Michael March dies at age 78; Brit Guy Barker on bringing new terrace to Rudolfinum roof Tue, 25 Feb 2025 13:47:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8843851 News; Czech PM on the need to react to changing world order; Poet Michael March dies at age 78; Brit Guy Barker on bringing new terrace to Rudolfinum roof 00:25:50https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-february-24-2025-8843759 News; our report on Sunday’s election in Germany and its future impact on Czechia; Czech volunteers providing non-military supplies to Ukrainian troops; Third, Plzeň or Turnov? Our reports on the best place to live in Czechia. Mon, 24 Feb 2025 14:54:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8843759 News; our report on Sunday’s election in Germany and its future impact on Czechia; Czech volunteers providing non-military supplies to Ukrainian troops; Third, Plzeň or Turnov? Our reports on the best place to live in Czechia. 00:29:14https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-02232025-8843598Broadcast in English - 02/23/2025Sun, 23 Feb 2025 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8843598Broadcast in English - 02/23/2025https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-02222025-8843582Broadcast in English - 02/22/2025Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:35:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8843582Broadcast in English - 02/22/202500:28:08https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-feb-21-2025-8843510 News; Alarming increase in violent attacks by minors in Czechia, Gifts for the president on display at Prageu Castle; Jacob Mikanowski on Czechoslovakia’s distinctive story Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:17:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8843510 News; Alarming increase in violent attacks by minors in Czechia, Gifts for the president on display at Prageu Castle; Jacob Mikanowski on Czechoslovakia’s distinctive story 00:28:32https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-february-20-2025-8843411 News; President Pavel reacts to Trump statements; Czech NGOs have supported 3.6 million Ukrainians since 2022; POBT: Strahov Stadium Thu, 20 Feb 2025 13:55:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8843411 News; President Pavel reacts to Trump statements; Czech NGOs have supported 3.6 million Ukrainians since 2022; POBT: Strahov Stadium 00:26:43https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-february-19-2025-8843323 News; Andy Warhol exhibition to open in Pardubice; Czech government to offer funds for maintaining Sudeten German graves; interview with fighter pilot Kateřina Hlavsová. Wed, 19 Feb 2025 15:26:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8843323 News; Andy Warhol exhibition to open in Pardubice; Czech government to offer funds for maintaining Sudeten German graves; interview with fighter pilot Kateřina Hlavsová. 00:28:08https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-february-18-2025-8843210 News; EU leaders meet in Paris to debatesecurity; last Czech sea vessel, Třinec, to be scrapped; and for our feature, Jan Kofroň on where new US stance leaves Czechs Tue, 18 Feb 2025 14:43:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8843210 News; EU leaders meet in Paris to debatesecurity; last Czech sea vessel, Třinec, to be scrapped; and for our feature, Jan Kofroň on where new US stance leaves Czechs 00:27:48https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-february-17-2025-8843111 News; Pavel: Peace talks without Ukraine and EU would reward Russia; Iconic Prager’s Cubes look set for renovation in 2025; A Visit to the Ďáblice Astronomical Observatory Mon, 17 Feb 2025 15:00:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8843111 News; Pavel: Peace talks without Ukraine and EU would reward Russia; Iconic Prager’s Cubes look set for renovation in 2025; A Visit to the Ďáblice Astronomical Observatory 00:29:20https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-02162025-8842964Broadcast in English - 02/16/2025Sun, 16 Feb 2025 00:05:02 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8842964Broadcast in English - 02/16/2025https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-february-15-2025-8842904 Discover Jakub Hrůša’s journey from Czechia to the world’s top orchestras as he prepares to lead the Royal Opera in London, shaping the future of classical music. Sat, 15 Feb 2025 15:27:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8842904 Discover Jakub Hrůša’s journey from Czechia to the world’s top orchestras as he prepares to lead the Royal Opera in London, shaping the future of classical music. 00:29:35https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-february-14th-2025-8842898 News; 80 years since the American bombing of Prague; scientists warn that toxic chemicals from ski wax pollute Jizera Mountains; a visit to the new Mozart Interactive Museum. Fri, 14 Feb 2025 14:56:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8842898 News; 80 years since the American bombing of Prague; scientists warn that toxic chemicals from ski wax pollute Jizera Mountains; a visit to the new Mozart Interactive Museum. 00:28:31https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-february-13-2025-8842788 News; Prague-based journalist Kurbangaleeva faces Russian extradition request; Would you drink pure foam? Czech beer goes viral yet again; POBT: Prokop Valley Thu, 13 Feb 2025 14:45:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8842788 News; Prague-based journalist Kurbangaleeva faces Russian extradition request; Would you drink pure foam? Czech beer goes viral yet again; POBT: Prokop Valley 00:29:31https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-february-12-2025-8842679 News; Does Czechia export beer to Russia despite geopolitical tensions?; Grey wagtail named Bird of the Year 2025; Martina Dvořáková on Fair Household audit Wed, 12 Feb 2025 14:25:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8842679 News; Does Czechia export beer to Russia despite geopolitical tensions?; Grey wagtail named Bird of the Year 2025; Martina Dvořáková on Fair Household audit 00:27:25https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-february-11-2025-8842579 News; Czechia slips in corruption rankings; Zdeněk Burian, the artist who brought prehistory to life, born 120 years ago; interview with Miroslav Wanek of the band Už jsme doma. Tue, 11 Feb 2025 13:45:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8842579 News; Czechia slips in corruption rankings; Zdeněk Burian, the artist who brought prehistory to life, born 120 years ago; interview with Miroslav Wanek of the band Už jsme doma. 00:29:26https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-february-10-2025-8842480 News; Professor Robert Langdon comes to Prague in Dan Brown’s new novel!; Oldest resident of Czechia celebrates 108th birthday; Interview with graphic designer Pavel Fuksa Mon, 10 Feb 2025 13:49:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8842480 News; Professor Robert Langdon comes to Prague in Dan Brown’s new novel!; Oldest resident of Czechia celebrates 108th birthday; Interview with graphic designer Pavel Fuksa 00:28:59https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-02092025-8842357Broadcast in English - 02/09/2025Sun, 09 Feb 2025 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8842357Broadcast in English - 02/09/2025https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-february-8-2025-8842281 Weekend edition introduces a truly courageous Czech woman. Our guest Jitka Hloušková. For years, Jitka had a stable and well-paid job as the head of the language center at the University of Pardubice. But at one point, she made a bold decision—she left the security of academia to follow her passion. She is now a freelance writer and coach, charting her own course and inspiring others to do the same. Sat, 08 Feb 2025 15:16:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8842281 Weekend edition introduces a truly courageous Czech woman. Our guest Jitka Hloušková. For years, Jitka had a stable and well-paid job as the head of the language center at the University of Pardubice. But at one point, she made a bold decision—she left the security of academia to follow her passion. She is now a freelance writer and coach, charting her own course and inspiring others to do the same. 00:29:25https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-feb-7-2025-8842280 News, last Czechoslovak fighter pilot Antonín Fajkus dies at 101, Kingdom come hugely successful, AI researcher on Czech-US alignment in AI regulation Fri, 07 Feb 2025 15:14:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8842280 News, last Czechoslovak fighter pilot Antonín Fajkus dies at 101, Kingdom come hugely successful, AI researcher on Czech-US alignment in AI regulation 00:28:11https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-february-6-2025-8842151 News; Czech scientists in Albania discover world's largest underground thermal lake; National Film Archive preserves amateur and family films as well as classics; and, for our feature, we bring you another episode of “Prague Off the Beaten Track” with Vit Pohanka. Today, we look at Nový svět: a peaceful refuge off the Prague Castle. Thu, 06 Feb 2025 14:10:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8842151 News; Czech scientists in Albania discover world's largest underground thermal lake; National Film Archive preserves amateur and family films as well as classics; and, for our feature, we bring you another episode of “Prague Off the Beaten Track” with Vit Pohanka. Today, we look at Nový svět: a peaceful refuge off the Prague Castle. 00:26:47https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-february-5-2025-8842051 News; Who owns Czech football?; Prague to host first-ever European display of Lucy skeleton; Petr Brod: It could be dangerous to speak German in 1950s Czechoslovakia Wed, 05 Feb 2025 14:45:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8842051 News; Who owns Czech football?; Prague to host first-ever European display of Lucy skeleton; Petr Brod: It could be dangerous to speak German in 1950s Czechoslovakia 00:28:38https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-february-4-2025-8841950 News; Dry February campaign returns to promote taking a break from alcohol; historic trains get a new lease of life: American artist Noah Breuer on his Czech roots and the power of art. Tue, 04 Feb 2025 14:52:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8841950 News; Dry February campaign returns to promote taking a break from alcohol; historic trains get a new lease of life: American artist Noah Breuer on his Czech roots and the power of art. 00:29:11https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-february-3-2025-8841829 News; Czech-Slovak relations sour as prime ministers Fiala and Fico meet in Brussels; Janské Lázně hosted first World Ski Championships a century ago; the inspirational story of George Brady and his family. Mon, 03 Feb 2025 15:00:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8841829 News; Czech-Slovak relations sour as prime ministers Fiala and Fico meet in Brussels; Janské Lázně hosted first World Ski Championships a century ago; the inspirational story of George Brady and his family. 00:29:27https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-02022025-8841683Broadcast in English - 02/02/2025Sun, 02 Feb 2025 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8841683Broadcast in English - 02/02/2025https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-feb-1-2025-8841561 Trip to Podskali on the banks of the Vltava River and interview with Martin Plesar,  founder of the hair salon HairMates in Vinohrady Sat, 01 Feb 2025 11:31:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8841561 Trip to Podskali on the banks of the Vltava River and interview with Martin Plesar,  founder of the hair salon HairMates in Vinohrady 00:32:45https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-jan-31-2025-8841592 News, Czech beer culture given status of ‘intangible cultural heritage’, mammoth hunting camp from the Old Stone Age uncovered in Czechia, preview of new travel podcast, Prague Off the Beaten Track Fri, 31 Jan 2025 13:27:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8841592 News, Czech beer culture given status of ‘intangible cultural heritage’, mammoth hunting camp from the Old Stone Age uncovered in Czechia, preview of new travel podcast, Prague Off the Beaten Track 00:28:01https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-jan-30-2025-8841494 News; “People in Need is relatively well protected”: How Trump’s aid cuts affect Czechia’s foremost NGO, People in Need; Czech Hall of Fame offers a glimpse into the nation’s iconic hockey moments; how Czech schools grapple with rise in violence Thu, 30 Jan 2025 14:31:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8841494 News; “People in Need is relatively well protected”: How Trump’s aid cuts affect Czechia’s foremost NGO, People in Need; Czech Hall of Fame offers a glimpse into the nation’s iconic hockey moments; how Czech schools grapple with rise in violence 00:26:09https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-jan-29-2025-8841377 News; Jan Masaryk death case reopened over new evidence; New high-capacity Škoda trams soon to arrive on Prague’s streets; Interview with legendary goalie Dominik Hašek Wed, 29 Jan 2025 13:45:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8841377 News; Jan Masaryk death case reopened over new evidence; New high-capacity Škoda trams soon to arrive on Prague’s streets; Interview with legendary goalie Dominik Hašek 00:25:49https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-jan-28-2025-8841286 News; Free menstrual products could become standard in Czech schools; Student invents new system of communication for pilots and small airports; The dark side of early 20th century Prague Tue, 28 Jan 2025 14:44:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8841286 News; Free menstrual products could become standard in Czech schools; Student invents new system of communication for pilots and small airports; The dark side of early 20th century Prague 00:27:37https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-jan-27-2025-8841160 News, Belarussian diaspora in Prague on elections, Holocaust Remembrance Day, Kateřina Siniaková wins 10th Grand Slam title Mon, 27 Jan 2025 14:21:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8841160 News, Belarussian diaspora in Prague on elections, Holocaust Remembrance Day, Kateřina Siniaková wins 10th Grand Slam title 00:28:36https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-01262025-8841019Broadcast in English - 01/26/2025Sun, 26 Jan 2025 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8841019Broadcast in English - 01/26/2025https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-01252025-8840993Broadcast in English - 01/25/2025Sat, 25 Jan 2025 16:35:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8840993Broadcast in English - 01/25/202500:28:47https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-january-24-2025-8840946 News; Czech set decorator gets Oscar nomination for work on Nosferatu; record label Supraphon acquired by Sony Music; historic furnace has been discovered in a brewery in a Jindřichův Hradec; Prague Off The Beaten Track goes to Štvanice Island. Fri, 24 Jan 2025 14:54:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8840946 News; Czech set decorator gets Oscar nomination for work on Nosferatu; record label Supraphon acquired by Sony Music; historic furnace has been discovered in a brewery in a Jindřichův Hradec; Prague Off The Beaten Track goes to Štvanice Island. 00:28:52https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-january-23-2025-8840805 News; Prague expected to add 400,000 residents by 2050; Number of Czech children without doctors continues to rise; Historian Jiří Kluc on forgotten WWII heroes Thu, 23 Jan 2025 13:21:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8840805 News; Prague expected to add 400,000 residents by 2050; Number of Czech children without doctors continues to rise; Historian Jiří Kluc on forgotten WWII heroes 00:27:44https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-january-22-2025-8840677 News, Czechia launches new sattelite into space, young linguists helping preserve Czech dialects, interview with Pavla Niklova head of Jewish Museum. Wed, 22 Jan 2025 13:40:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8840677 News, Czechia launches new sattelite into space, young linguists helping preserve Czech dialects, interview with Pavla Niklova head of Jewish Museum. 00:27:22https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-january-21-2025-8840595 News; Czech officials on new US administration; Interest in firearms licenses rises; Milovice nature reserve receives top ecological awards; Fragile Home exhibition Tue, 21 Jan 2025 14:50:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8840595 News; Czech officials on new US administration; Interest in firearms licenses rises; Milovice nature reserve receives top ecological awards; Fragile Home exhibition 00:28:44https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-january-20-2025-8840477 News, Lipavsky on Czech-American relations, lack of train drivers in Czechia, Radio Prague journalist visits Ukraine and meets leading figures there. Mon, 20 Jan 2025 13:56:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8840477 News, Lipavsky on Czech-American relations, lack of train drivers in Czechia, Radio Prague journalist visits Ukraine and meets leading figures there. 00:27:07https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-01192025-8840358Broadcast in English - 01/19/2025Sun, 19 Jan 2025 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8840358Broadcast in English - 01/19/2025https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-january-18-2025-8840245 Czech language from the perspective of a Radio Prague International team member, linguist, and soon an author Danny Bate. Sat, 18 Jan 2025 12:21:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8840245 Czech language from the perspective of a Radio Prague International team member, linguist, and soon an author Danny Bate. 00:28:33https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-january-17-2025-8840274 News; Pro-Russian disinformation threatens Czech elections; mass grave from Seven Years’ War unearthed in Prague; director of National Gallery Prague Alicja Knast Fri, 17 Jan 2025 14:10:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8840274 News; Pro-Russian disinformation threatens Czech elections; mass grave from Seven Years’ War unearthed in Prague; director of National Gallery Prague Alicja Knast 00:27:04https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-january-16-2025-8840165 News; Czech politician salary increases; Nosferatu’s Czech connection; introducing the first episode of our new podcast series “Prague off the Beaten Track” Thu, 16 Jan 2025 14:19:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8840165 News; Czech politician salary increases; Nosferatu’s Czech connection; introducing the first episode of our new podcast series “Prague off the Beaten Track” 00:29:04https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-january-15-2025-8840050 News; New law aims for more liberal policy on psychoactive substances; Jiří Kolář’s works find new home in West Bohemian Gallery, Award-winning May cafe in Vinohrady Wed, 15 Jan 2025 14:38:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8840050 News; New law aims for more liberal policy on psychoactive substances; Jiří Kolář’s works find new home in West Bohemian Gallery, Award-winning May cafe in Vinohrady 00:27:31https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-january-14-2025-8839944 News; on exhibition “École de Paris: Artists from Bohemia and Interwar Paris“; veteran Mevro tram is back in service; interview with Miroslav Wanek of Už band jsme doma Tue, 14 Jan 2025 15:21:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8839944 News; on exhibition “École de Paris: Artists from Bohemia and Interwar Paris“; veteran Mevro tram is back in service; interview with Miroslav Wanek of Už band jsme doma 00:30:03https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-january-13-2025-8839826 News; Tragic restaurant fire in Most; Čapek villa renovation; Scientists reveal risks of bioplastics in agriculture; Interview with linguist Danny Bate Mon, 13 Jan 2025 14:37:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8839826 News; Tragic restaurant fire in Most; Čapek villa renovation; Scientists reveal risks of bioplastics in agriculture; Interview with linguist Danny Bate 00:29:26https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-01122025-8839688Broadcast in English - 01/12/2025Sun, 12 Jan 2025 00:05:02 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8839688Broadcast in English - 01/12/2025https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-01112025-8839664Broadcast in English - 01/11/2025Sat, 11 Jan 2025 16:35:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8839664Broadcast in English - 01/11/202500:29:25https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-january-10-2025-8839606 News; Gangs target foreigners in Czechia for money laundering; Večerníček, iconic bedtime series, celebrates 60 years; Karel Čapek's ‘The White Disease’ (Bílá nemoc) Fri, 10 Jan 2025 14:09:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8839606 News; Gangs target foreigners in Czechia for money laundering; Večerníček, iconic bedtime series, celebrates 60 years; Karel Čapek's ‘The White Disease’ (Bílá nemoc) 00:28:27https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-january-9-2025-8839497 News; Martin Wágner’s Negatives from the Trash; Jakub Hrůša brings Czech music to London’s Covent Garden; Czechia’s new treaty with Vatican: what are its uses and problems? Thu, 09 Jan 2025 14:29:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8839497 News; Martin Wágner’s Negatives from the Trash; Jakub Hrůša brings Czech music to London’s Covent Garden; Czechia’s new treaty with Vatican: what are its uses and problems? 00:29:14https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-january-8-2025-8839409 News; Okamura responds to police request for his parliamentary extradition; traces of Neanderthal settlement uncovered in northern Bohemia; a new show aims to make Czech roads safer; our guide to Karlovy Vary. Wed, 08 Jan 2025 15:06:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8839409 News; Okamura responds to police request for his parliamentary extradition; traces of Neanderthal settlement uncovered in northern Bohemia; a new show aims to make Czech roads safer; our guide to Karlovy Vary. 00:27:48https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-january-7-2025-8839305 News; report on in Kingdom Come II, due for for release next month; Czech Army eases fitness tests to attract more recruits; Prague Talk with Pavel Fuksa, the graphic designer behind official posters welcoming tourists to Prague – and encouraging them to be on their best behaviour. Tue, 07 Jan 2025 14:54:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8839305 News; report on in Kingdom Come II, due for for release next month; Czech Army eases fitness tests to attract more recruits; Prague Talk with Pavel Fuksa, the graphic designer behind official posters welcoming tourists to Prague – and encouraging them to be on their best behaviour. 00:26:59https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-january-6-2025-8839195 News; 21st Antarctica expedition of scientists of Masaryk University gets underway; Czechia secures third straight medal at the World Junior Hockey Championship; Gustav Mahler, the world-renowned composer who drew inspiration from the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands. Mon, 06 Jan 2025 14:38:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8839195 News; 21st Antarctica expedition of scientists of Masaryk University gets underway; Czechia secures third straight medal at the World Junior Hockey Championship; Gustav Mahler, the world-renowned composer who drew inspiration from the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands. 00:28:16https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-01052025-8839047Broadcast in English - 01/05/2025Sun, 05 Jan 2025 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8839047Broadcast in English - 01/05/2025https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-january-4-2025-8838931 How Martin met Madeleine (Albright). The weekend edition of Czechia in 30 minutes brings a fascinating story of former dissident, later top Czech diplomat in the USA and at the United Nations Martin Palouš. Sat, 04 Jan 2025 11:36:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8838931 How Martin met Madeleine (Albright). The weekend edition of Czechia in 30 minutes brings a fascinating story of former dissident, later top Czech diplomat in the USA and at the United Nations Martin Palouš. 00:29:06https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-jan-3-2025-8838954 News, are Czech companies slow to adopt AI, Czechs leading European beer diplomacy, trip to Lytomysl in eastern Bohemia Fri, 03 Jan 2025 13:27:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8838954 News, are Czech companies slow to adopt AI, Czechs leading European beer diplomacy, trip to Lytomysl in eastern Bohemia 00:29:06https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-january-2-2025-8838877 News; Ukraine halts gas transit to the EU, is Czechia at risk?; more young Czechs are choosing non-alcoholic beer; three Kings return to Czechia to raise money for Caritas; our feature on the Fragile Home project, which used mixed reality to show the impact of Russia's war on everyday life in Ukraine. Thu, 02 Jan 2025 14:58:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8838877 News; Ukraine halts gas transit to the EU, is Czechia at risk?; more young Czechs are choosing non-alcoholic beer; three Kings return to Czechia to raise money for Caritas; our feature on the Fragile Home project, which used mixed reality to show the impact of Russia's war on everyday life in Ukraine. 00:28:47https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-01012025-8838784Broadcast in English - 01/01/2025Wed, 01 Jan 2025 16:35:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8838784Broadcast in English - 01/01/202500:29:51https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-jan-1-2025-8838665 Creator Jiří Mádl on Waves, Czechia’s huge film hit of 2024 Tue, 31 Dec 2024 10:17:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8838665 Creator Jiří Mádl on Waves, Czechia’s huge film hit of 2024 00:29:44https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-december-30-2024-8838632 News; economist Tomáš Sedláček on Czech economy in 2024; innovative method from Czech Technical University for repairing historic bells; interview with Czech hitchhiker Vojtěch Pechar. Mon, 30 Dec 2024 14:41:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8838632 News; economist Tomáš Sedláček on Czech economy in 2024; innovative method from Czech Technical University for repairing historic bells; interview with Czech hitchhiker Vojtěch Pechar. 00:27:08https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-12292024-8838488Broadcast in English - 12/29/2024Sun, 29 Dec 2024 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8838488Broadcast in English - 12/29/2024https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-12282024-8838469Broadcast in English - 12/28/2024Sat, 28 Dec 2024 16:35:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8838469Broadcast in English - 12/28/202400:27:29https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-dec-27-2024-8838390 News, PM's Christmas address to nation, Czechia has lowest share of women in science in EU, trip to Pilsen Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:50:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8838390 News, PM's Christmas address to nation, Czechia has lowest share of women in science in EU, trip to Pilsen 00:29:15https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-12262024-8838322Broadcast in English - 12/26/2024Thu, 26 Dec 2024 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8838322Broadcast in English - 12/26/2024https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-12252024-8838310Broadcast in English - 12/25/2024Wed, 25 Dec 2024 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8838310Broadcast in English - 12/25/2024https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-12242024-8838298Broadcast in English - 12/24/2024Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:05:02 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8838298Broadcast in English - 12/24/2024https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-dec-23-2024-8838255 News, Žižkov nativity scene, Brno's Špilberk Castle highlights city’s history and legends, interview with biochemist Jan Konvalinka   Mon, 23 Dec 2024 13:14:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8838255 News, Žižkov nativity scene, Brno's Špilberk Castle highlights city’s history and legends, interview with biochemist Jan Konvalinka   00:29:05https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-12222024-8838132Broadcast in English - 12/22/2024Sun, 22 Dec 2024 00:05:02 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8838132Broadcast in English - 12/22/2024https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-12212024-8838109Broadcast in English - 12/21/2024Sat, 21 Dec 2024 16:35:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8838109Broadcast in English - 12/21/202400:28:43https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-december-20-2024-8838061 News; concert with 1,000 amateur singers concludes Year of Czech Music; Czech Radio survey tries to find best Christmas cookie; marking the first anniversary of the 2023 Faculty of Arts shooting. Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:02:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8838061 News; concert with 1,000 amateur singers concludes Year of Czech Music; Czech Radio survey tries to find best Christmas cookie; marking the first anniversary of the 2023 Faculty of Arts shooting. 00:26:53https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-december-19-2024-8837942 News; MPs approve law to make it harder for Russians to get Czech citizenship; new Czech technology can monitor hearts through AI; Jan Mrkvička on the work of the global Czech charity People in Need. Thu, 19 Dec 2024 15:05:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8837942 News; MPs approve law to make it harder for Russians to get Czech citizenship; new Czech technology can monitor hearts through AI; Jan Mrkvička on the work of the global Czech charity People in Need. 00:29:07https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-december-18-2024-8837818 News; thirteen years since the death of Václav Havel; Russian oligarch Zorikov to remain on Czech sanctions list; interview with academic Veronika Tuckerová on reading Kafka. Wed, 18 Dec 2024 14:39:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8837818 News; thirteen years since the death of Václav Havel; Russian oligarch Zorikov to remain on Czech sanctions list; interview with academic Veronika Tuckerová on reading Kafka. 00:28:18https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-december-17-2024-8837685 News; UK government agrees to billionaire Křetínský’s acquisition of Royal Mail; School preparing kids to face cyber security threats; Daniela Richterová on revolutionaries and terrorists in pre-‘89 Prague Tue, 17 Dec 2024 13:49:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8837685 News; UK government agrees to billionaire Křetínský’s acquisition of Royal Mail; School preparing kids to face cyber security threats; Daniela Richterová on revolutionaries and terrorists in pre-‘89 Prague 00:28:40https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-december-16-2024-8837602 News; using green infrastructure to fight climate change on Prague’s Strossmayer Square; Boží Dar Christmas stamps celebrate 30 years; interview with Arthur Kornienko, creator of 'Just Czech Things'. Mon, 16 Dec 2024 15:01:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8837602 News; using green infrastructure to fight climate change on Prague’s Strossmayer Square; Boží Dar Christmas stamps celebrate 30 years; interview with Arthur Kornienko, creator of 'Just Czech Things'. 00:29:22https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-12152024-8837440Broadcast in English - 12/15/2024Sun, 15 Dec 2024 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8837440Broadcast in English - 12/15/2024https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-dec-14-2024-8837362 Infants in foster care - interview with forster parents, growing trend of young Czechs not wanting to have children at all. Sat, 14 Dec 2024 13:51:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8837362 Infants in foster care - interview with forster parents, growing trend of young Czechs not wanting to have children at all. 00:29:11https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-dec-13-2024-8837361 News, Foreign Minister Lipavský receives seal and stamp symbolizing the termination of the Warsaw Pact, the original Rapid Arrows comics on display, interview with actress Roza Andelova   Fri, 13 Dec 2024 13:48:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8837361 News, Foreign Minister Lipavský receives seal and stamp symbolizing the termination of the Warsaw Pact, the original Rapid Arrows comics on display, interview with actress Roza Andelova   00:28:04https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-dec-12-2024-8837274 News, gun sales in Czechia to come under stricter control, a new documentary sheds light on Nazi attempt to reinterpret Bedřich Smetana's music and a Czech linguistic genius with a lasting legacy: Bedřich Hrozný, the decipherer of Hittite Thu, 12 Dec 2024 14:58:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8837274 News, gun sales in Czechia to come under stricter control, a new documentary sheds light on Nazi attempt to reinterpret Bedřich Smetana's music and a Czech linguistic genius with a lasting legacy: Bedřich Hrozný, the decipherer of Hittite 00:28:01https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-december-11-2024-8837162 News; “Lex Babiš” law barring ministers from owning media outlets; Laurin & Klement race car set for auction; interview with Jitka Pánek Jurková, head of the Czech Centres. Wed, 11 Dec 2024 15:08:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8837162 News; “Lex Babiš” law barring ministers from owning media outlets; Laurin & Klement race car set for auction; interview with Jitka Pánek Jurková, head of the Czech Centres. 00:28:41https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-december-10-2024-8837038 News; Brno scientists testing algae in water purification; Baroque masterpiece being restored in Dolní Věstonice; 'Eve of the Clearance' exhibition of photos that helped to save Žižkov from demolition. Tue, 10 Dec 2024 14:49:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8837038 News; Brno scientists testing algae in water purification; Baroque masterpiece being restored in Dolní Věstonice; 'Eve of the Clearance' exhibition of photos that helped to save Žižkov from demolition. 00:29:31https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-december-9-2024-8836944 News; Czech leaders react to fall of Assad regime in Syria; political scientist Pehe on future of Motorist party; a tour of Prague's passages. Mon, 09 Dec 2024 14:48:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8836944 News; Czech leaders react to fall of Assad regime in Syria; political scientist Pehe on future of Motorist party; a tour of Prague's passages. 00:28:01https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-12082024-8836786Broadcast in English - 12/08/2024Sun, 08 Dec 2024 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8836786Broadcast in English - 12/08/2024https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-dec-7-2024-8836704 Three out of four Czechs pick mushrooms. In Britain and other English speaking countries hardly anybody practices this kind of recreational foraging. Why is that?  Vít Pohanka speaks to experts to find out.            Sat, 07 Dec 2024 14:05:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8836704 Three out of four Czechs pick mushrooms. In Britain and other English speaking countries hardly anybody practices this kind of recreational foraging. Why is that?  Vít Pohanka speaks to experts to find out.            00:25:04https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-dec-6-2024-8836696 News, Czech animated film competes for European Film Awards, new  "climate calculator" for sports organizations, new cafe opens in Prague  Fri, 06 Dec 2024 13:37:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8836696 News, Czech animated film competes for European Film Awards, new  "climate calculator" for sports organizations, new cafe opens in Prague  00:29:12https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-december-5-2024-8836593 News; research reveals serious drop in Czechs planning to have children; Ruins exhibition of photographer Josef Koudelka opens; interview with digital illustrator Tomáš Duchek. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 14:54:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8836593 News; research reveals serious drop in Czechs planning to have children; Ruins exhibition of photographer Josef Koudelka opens; interview with digital illustrator Tomáš Duchek. 00:26:59https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-dec-4-2024-8836479 News; Czech budget for 2025 under fire both from opposition and experts; Strahov organ, once played by Mozart, set for major renovation, interview with cyclists’ rights advocate Sergio Almeida Wed, 04 Dec 2024 14:18:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8836479 News; Czech budget for 2025 under fire both from opposition and experts; Strahov organ, once played by Mozart, set for major renovation, interview with cyclists’ rights advocate Sergio Almeida 00:29:10https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-dec-3-2024-8836364 News, 17-year-olds on Czech roads driving responsibly, campaign against animal cruelty linked to sale of live carp, Laichter house in Prague’s Vinohrady district Tue, 03 Dec 2024 13:54:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8836364 News, 17-year-olds on Czech roads driving responsibly, campaign against animal cruelty linked to sale of live carp, Laichter house in Prague’s Vinohrady district 00:25:16https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-dec-2-2024-8836277 News, President Pavel in Australia and New Zealand, ski resorts open for winter season, interview with Pavel Klusák about Prague's famous Semafor theatre. Mon, 02 Dec 2024 14:45:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8836277 News, President Pavel in Australia and New Zealand, ski resorts open for winter season, interview with Pavel Klusák about Prague's famous Semafor theatre. 00:29:54https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-12012024-8836133Broadcast in English - 12/01/2024Sun, 01 Dec 2024 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8836133Broadcast in English - 12/01/2024https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-11302024-8836118Broadcast in English - 11/30/2024Sat, 30 Nov 2024 16:35:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8836118Broadcast in English - 11/30/202400:30:12https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-nov-29-2024-8836022 Faces of Czech Music: interview with pianist, singer and songwriter Beata Hlavenková Fri, 29 Nov 2024 10:48:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8836022 Faces of Czech Music: interview with pianist, singer and songwriter Beata Hlavenková 00:29:17https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-november-28-2024-8835969 News; Israeli FM Gideon Saar on official visit to Czechia; Kbely air base may display Russian aircraft; our feature interview with the Czech UN Youth Delegate. Thu, 28 Nov 2024 15:17:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8835969 News; Israeli FM Gideon Saar on official visit to Czechia; Kbely air base may display Russian aircraft; our feature interview with the Czech UN Youth Delegate. 00:28:44https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-nov-27-2024-8835830 News; importance of increased investment into collective defense; Czech-Israeli relations in historical context; interview with Tom Gross. Wed, 27 Nov 2024 13:53:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8835830 News; importance of increased investment into collective defense; Czech-Israeli relations in historical context; interview with Tom Gross. 00:30:43https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-nov-26-2024-8835716 News. Infant centres to close next January, but are the alternatives ready? A rare recording of a pipe organ that Antonín Dvořák donated to the church in Třebsko has been rediscovered in Czech Radio archives. Interview with Professor Milena Králíčková, rector of Charles University Tue, 26 Nov 2024 13:59:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8835716 News. Infant centres to close next January, but are the alternatives ready? A rare recording of a pipe organ that Antonín Dvořák donated to the church in Třebsko has been rediscovered in Czech Radio archives. Interview with Professor Milena Králíčková, rector of Charles University 00:29:42https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-november-25-2024-8835618 News; Czech army to serve in the African Sahel again; Czech FM assures Ukraine of continued support; interview with Jackie, award-winning owner of May Cafe, Prague. Mon, 25 Nov 2024 14:33:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8835618 News; Czech army to serve in the African Sahel again; Czech FM assures Ukraine of continued support; interview with Jackie, award-winning owner of May Cafe, Prague. 00:27:31https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-11242024-8835483Broadcast in English - 11/24/2024Sun, 24 Nov 2024 00:05:02 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8835483Broadcast in English - 11/24/2024https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-november-23-2024-8835317 In-depth interview with Osamu Okamura, Czech-Japanese architect, populariser of architecture and brother of politicians Tomio and Hayato Okamura. Sat, 23 Nov 2024 21:55:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8835317 In-depth interview with Osamu Okamura, Czech-Japanese architect, populariser of architecture and brother of politicians Tomio and Hayato Okamura. 00:28:43https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-nov-22-2024-8835409 News; shortage of foreign organ donors; Brno's museum dedicated to Leoš Janáček; Czechia responds to ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu & Gallant; Places to Grow Conference Fri, 22 Nov 2024 14:47:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8835409 News; shortage of foreign organ donors; Brno's museum dedicated to Leoš Janáček; Czechia responds to ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu & Gallant; Places to Grow Conference 00:28:35https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-nov-21-2024-8835269 News, Prague Castle lighting, will Czechs get insurance-covered cross border health care, Vinohrady salon Hair Mates Thu, 21 Nov 2024 13:57:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8835269 News, Prague Castle lighting, will Czechs get insurance-covered cross border health care, Vinohrady salon Hair Mates 00:28:18https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-november-20-2024-8835175 News; PM Fiala's "salaries like in Germany" plan raises eyebrows; head of Czech delegation on this year's COP29; journalist Igor Pomerantsev discusses his life and work. Wed, 20 Nov 2024 14:47:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8835175 News; PM Fiala's "salaries like in Germany" plan raises eyebrows; head of Czech delegation on this year's COP29; journalist Igor Pomerantsev discusses his life and work. 00:29:06https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-nov-19-2024-8835065 News, Fair Trade in Czechia, 5,000 crown banknote auctioned off for record sum, Fragile House project. Tue, 19 Nov 2024 14:42:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8835065 News, Fair Trade in Czechia, 5,000 crown banknote auctioned off for record sum, Fragile House project. 00:26:58https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-november-18-2024-8834977 News; President Pavel: Czechs need more dialogue; Memory of Nations Awards; Prague exhibition pays tribute to Karel Kryl; Czech Philharmonic returns to Carnegie Hall. Mon, 18 Nov 2024 15:06:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8834977 News; President Pavel: Czechs need more dialogue; Memory of Nations Awards; Prague exhibition pays tribute to Karel Kryl; Czech Philharmonic returns to Carnegie Hall. 00:26:32https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-11172024-8834791Broadcast in English - 11/17/2024Sun, 17 Nov 2024 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8834791Broadcast in English - 11/17/2024https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-11162024-8834770Broadcast in English - 11/16/2024Sat, 16 Nov 2024 16:35:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8834770Broadcast in English - 11/16/202400:29:46https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-november-15-2024-8834722 News; Velvet 89: educational new game presents events of 1989 to new generation; New exhibition showcasing photographer Helena Wilson opens in Prague; The life and lessons of the Moravian thinker John Amos Comenius Fri, 15 Nov 2024 15:39:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8834722 News; Velvet 89: educational new game presents events of 1989 to new generation; New exhibition showcasing photographer Helena Wilson opens in Prague; The life and lessons of the Moravian thinker John Amos Comenius 00:28:35https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-november-14-2024-8834600 News; remains of only US pilot killed in Brno in WWII handed to US Ambassador; butter prices surge before Christmas; expat artists in Prague make art affordable for residents Thu, 14 Nov 2024 14:55:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8834600 News; remains of only US pilot killed in Brno in WWII handed to US Ambassador; butter prices surge before Christmas; expat artists in Prague make art affordable for residents 00:26:37https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-november-13-2024-8834465 News; Director of CzechTourism on the 2024 summer season; Prague Exhibition Showcases mushrooms; Urbanist at the Sustainable Urbanism Laboratory Zuzana Poláková on Prague Wed, 13 Nov 2024 14:23:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8834465 News; Director of CzechTourism on the 2024 summer season; Prague Exhibition Showcases mushrooms; Urbanist at the Sustainable Urbanism Laboratory Zuzana Poláková on Prague 00:27:52https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-november-12-2024-8834373 News; pensions increased for anti-communist dissidents; skeletons of three mammoths discovered in Brno; Alsu Kurmasheva on her nine-month detention in Russia. Tue, 12 Nov 2024 14:44:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8834373 News; pensions increased for anti-communist dissidents; skeletons of three mammoths discovered in Brno; Alsu Kurmasheva on her nine-month detention in Russia. 00:27:58https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-november-11-2024-8834289 News; Freedom Week to commemorate 35th anniversary of Velvet Revolution; St. Martin's Day in Czechia; Adam Stewart on Cimrman plays. Mon, 11 Nov 2024 14:59:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8834289 News; Freedom Week to commemorate 35th anniversary of Velvet Revolution; St. Martin's Day in Czechia; Adam Stewart on Cimrman plays. 00:30:13https://english.radio.cz/broadcast-english-11102024-8834144Broadcast in English - 11/10/2024Sun, 10 Nov 2024 00:05:01 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8834144Broadcast in English - 11/10/2024https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-november-9-2024-8833994 Czech-American community is as divided by the US presidential election as the rest of the country. We bring you 2 interviews from both sides of the diviide. Sat, 09 Nov 2024 10:20:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8833994 Czech-American community is as divided by the US presidential election as the rest of the country. We bring you 2 interviews from both sides of the diviide. 00:29:00https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-november-8-2024-8834078 News; Czech FM Lipavský on future US foreign policy; Col. Jonathan Kitson on his diplomatic work and Poppy Appeal; CU Rector Milena Králíčková on US collaboration. Fri, 08 Nov 2024 14:57:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8834078 News; Czech FM Lipavský on future US foreign policy; Col. Jonathan Kitson on his diplomatic work and Poppy Appeal; CU Rector Milena Králíčková on US collaboration. 00:29:26https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-november-7-2024-8833967 News; Jozef Síkela’s vision as European Commissioner; Mezipatra Queer Film Festival 2024 begins; Prague Civil Society centre on independent media Thu, 07 Nov 2024 15:16:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8833967 News; Jozef Síkela’s vision as European Commissioner; Mezipatra Queer Film Festival 2024 begins; Prague Civil Society centre on independent media 00:27:14https://english.radio.cz/czechia-30-minutes-6-november-2024-8833836 News; Trump US presidency impact on Czechia; National Museum exhibition celebrates Bedřich Smetana’s masterpiece; for our feature: Aleb – a wine bar in Prague. Wed, 06 Nov 2024 14:17:00 +0100https://english.radio.cz/node/8833836 News; Trump US presidency impact on Czechia; National Museum exhibition celebrates Bedřich Smetana’s masterpiece; for our feature: Aleb – a wine bar in Prague. 00:28:13