After finishing my studies here in Prague, I found myself wondering what my specialization in Anglo-America literature might be useful for; I tried two jobs but never stayed for more than six months and in the end I spent most of the time doing translations from home, missing the company of other people.
In 2008 I grabbed the opportunity to work at Radio Prague, where meeting people and talking to them is the essence of the job. My regular features include Czech Life and In Focus. I mostly enjoy slightly quirky stories, such as those about communist-era design or mushroom picking, but I also like to cover cultural issues. And I do hope there are still plenty of them in store, waiting to be explored.
articles by the author
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Prague Castle to get environmentally friendly lighting upgrade
For the first time in 30 years, Prague Castle is set to receive new outdoor lighting, which will be more economical and environmentally friendly.
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Czech Philharmonic returns to Carnegie Hall for Year of Czech Music finale
The Year of Czech Music will culminate in early December with five concerts at New York’s iconic Carnegie Hall.
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Hello, Citizens! Prague exhibition pays tribute to protest singer Karel Kryl
An exhibition celebrating the legendary protest singer Karel Kryl got underway in Prague.
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Communism, Canada and Cuba: new exhibition showcasing photographer Helena Wilson opens in Prague
An exhibition showcasing the work of photographer Helena Wilson got underway at the Prague City Gallery’s House of Photography earlier this week.
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Remains of the only US pilot killed in Brno in WWII handed over to US Ambassador
Eighty years ago, U.S. pilot William L. Kiggins was killed during a combat mission over Brno, becoming the only US soldier to die in the Moravian capital in World War II.
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Into the Depths of the Mushroom: Prague exhibition showcases house made of mycelium
An exhibition exploring the fascinating world of mushrooms is currently on display at the National Technical Library in Prague.
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Skeletal remains of three mammoths discovered in Brno city centre
Archaeologists in the Moravian city of Brno have unearthed the bones of at least three mammoths, alongside remains from other animals.
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Charles University's first female rector on US ties, equal opportunities and other challenges
Milena Králíčková, the first woman to hold the position of rector in Charles University’s long history, talks about her recent working visit to the US and other topics.
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Historic Savarin Palace to become permanent home of Alfons Mucha Museum
The newly reconstructed Baroque Savarin Palace on the street Na Příkopě in central Prague will serve as the permanent home of the Alfons Mucha Museum.
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My Country: National Museum exhibition celebrates Bedřich Smetana’s masterpiece
An exhibition dedicated to Czech composer Bedřich Smetana and his most famous piece My Country has got underway at Prague’s National Museum.