Best Czech Republic Current Affairs Podcasts (2025)

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World Esperanto Congress in Brno, Fireflies named insect of the year, Olomouc Zoo 24:08

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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!…

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Saluton, Brno! World Esperanto Congress for 2025 meets in Brno 3:52

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The 110th World Esperanto Congress is taking place from July 26th to August 2nd in the Moravian capital of Brno. This celebration of the international auxiliary language offers a diverse programme of activities for over a thousand attendees. To learn about the congress and the historical connections between Esperanto and the Czech lands, Danny Bate…

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Fireflies named insect of the year 2025 as their glow disappears from Czech summer nights 4:12

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The flickering lights of fireflies used to be a familiar part of summer nights in the countryside. Yet these elusive insects are disappearing, along with many others. To raise awareness about fireflies and the challenges they face, the Czech Entomological Society named them Insect of the Year 2025. I spoke with entomologist Tomáš Dvořák from the Cz…

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Among Kangaroos and Rothschild Giraffes: A journey through Olomouc Zoo 9:01

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The zoo in the Moravian city of Olomouc is located just outside the city on Svatý Kopeček (Holy Hill). One of its priorities is the preservation of endangered species like the Rothschild giraffes. But visitors can also take a safari train ride into the enclosures of kangaroos or wolves. Members of our team visited the site to find out more.…

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US premiere of Smetana’s Dalibor staged at Bard College with all-American cast 6:27

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More than 150 years after its Czech debut, Bedřich Smetana’s opera Dalibor was performed for the first time in the United States. It premiered on Friday at Bard College in Annandale-on-Hudson, New York, featuring a cast made up entirely of American singers.

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US premiere of Smetana's Dalibor, activist Lenka Králová and Prague Pride, Simon Rawlence on Věněk Šilhán 30:37

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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 …

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Prague Pride is “more important than Christmas” for Czech transgender activist Lenka Králová 5:58

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For Lenka Králová, a transgender woman, podcaster, and activist, Prague Pride is the most important event of the year. She says the annual parade and week‑long festival show that “there is nothing to be afraid of” when it comes to LGBT+ visibility. In an interview with RPI, she shares why she believes Pride still matters and what visitors can expec…

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Simon Rawlence on Věněk Šilhán: Communist Party secretary for a week, signatory of Charter 77 23:18

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Simon Rawlence, originally hailing from the UK, has been a resident in Czechia for many years, having contributed to the life of the country through organisations like the British Chamber of Commerce. During this multi-topic interview, Simon recounts his first interactions with the Czechs, the role of chocolate in the history of the Anglo-Czech Edu…

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Envelope containing Masaryk’s last words, world's oldest group photograph, Prague as a 15-minute city? 24:50

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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.

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Envelope containing Masaryk’s last words to be opened in September 2:51

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At the presidential summer residence in Lány, an envelope thought to contain the last words of first Czechoslovak President Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk will be opened on September 19th. Current President Petr Pavel will attend the ceremony, revealing the contents of the never-before-seen letter.

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Velké Březno chateau holds possible oldest group photograph in the world 3:14

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The oldest known group photograph in Czechia, and possibly the world, is housed at Velké Březno Chateau near Ústí nad Labem. Taken in 1839, the daguerreotype features the aristocratic family of Count Karel Chotek along with relatives and friends. The historic image was recently added to UNESCO’s national Memory of the World register.…

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Prague as a 15-minute city? 12:26

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When you walk around Prague, you will notice that there are a lot of infrastructure projects, whether it’s the iconic Wenceslas Square, which will not be completely restored until 2027, or tram lines in Holešovice, there’s a lot of construction. Along with these projects, there’s a lot the city is trying to do right that it failed to do in the 20th…

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Teaching calm in a noisy world: Julie Urbišová’s New Orleans story in Czechia in 30 Minutes 29:30

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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 res…

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Golden jackals captured on camera, Prague Pride returns, Interview with Director Dužan Duong 29:54

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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.…

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Prague Pride returns to celebrate LGBTQ+ lives and ask “where my home is” 4:18

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Prague Pride is a week-long festival that is soon to begin on July 28th. In addition to the pride parade through the city on Saturday 2nd, the festival offers a rich programme of cultural and social events, from film screenings to picnics in the park. Danny Bate spoke to Lenka Hronová, parade production lead and head of production for Prague Pride,…

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‘Masters of avoiding humans’: Golden jackals captured on camera in Pálava, South Moravia 3:31

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Conservationists have spotted golden jackals in the protected landscape of Pálava in southern Moravia, capturing them on a camera trap. These wild canids have already been recorded in other parts of Czechia, and experts say their numbers are likely to grow.

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Holašovice Peasant Festival, Czech-style beer goes global, Exploring Kajetánka near Prague 27:29

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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!…

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Japan to Canada, brewing own Czech-style beer is a global phenomenon 3:21

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Beer is famously one of Czechia’s top exports with a great deal of historical, cultural, and economic significance. Along with the beverage itself, the distribution of ingredients and diffusion of know-how has allowed brewers from all corners of the world to take a stab at their own Czech-style lager. As it turns out, with remarkable success.…

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Holašovice Peasant Festival brings Czech traditions to life in South Bohemia 4:08

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Each summer, the UNESCO-listed village of Holašovice in South Bohemia transforms into a lively celebration of Czech heritage. Thousands of visitors come for the Peasant Festival, where handmade crafts, folk music, and traditional costumes take center stage. And at the end of August, the historic village green will host a unique outdoor performance …

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Czech-made Tour de France winner’s trophy, Hrádek u Nechanic, Expo 2025 in Osaka, Zlín Zoo 27:27

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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 s…

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Hrádek u Nechanic: A piece of England in eastern Bohemia 2:42

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The Hrádek u Nechanic Castle, a national cultural monument, is often referred to as a piece of England in eastern Bohemia. This charming building was constructed between 1839 and 1857 by František Arnošt, Count of Harrach, a member of the Jilemnice family line.

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Tour de France trophy 2025: Czech-made design features bold new elements 4:34

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For the 14th year in a row, the glass trophies for the winners of the Tour de France were made by Czech company Lasvit. Though the shape remains unchanged since 2011, each edition brings fresh innovations—this year with a new emerald green glass and a crystal ring embedded into the design. Designed by Slovak-born Peter Olah, the trophies are produc…

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Czech National Day at Expo 2025 Osaka: President Pavel, Alfons Mucha, Czech beer and music 4:04

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This Thursday, the Czech Pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka will celebrate its National Day, the highlight of its cultural programme. The day will feature a wide range of events and will be attended by Czech President Petr Pavel. To find out more about what’s planned, I spoke to Ondřej Soška, General Commissioner of the Czech participation at the Expo.…

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Feeding rays and watching elephants graze: A visit to Zlín Zoo 9:04

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The zoo in Zlín, eastern Moravia, is one of the most visited in Czechia. Highlights include its ray petting pool and jaguar feeding. A rescue centre for illegally captive lions is also soon to open on the vast site. RPI’s Ferdinand Hauser visited Zlín Zoo and learned about the institution's attractions and conservation programmes for our series Pro…

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Social Democrats ally with Stačilo!, Annual chess and games festival, Call of the Forest exhibition 27:33

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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

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Social Democrats ally with Stačilo! for autumn elections, dividing opinion among Czech left 3:08

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At a press conference on July 21st, the Czech Social Democracy party signed a memorandum of cooperation with Stačilo!, a party that incorporates the Communist Party of Bohemia and Moravia. The move, undertaken to strengthen the parties’ chance of electoral success, has met with severe criticism from some Social Democrats.…

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Call of the Forest: Prague exhibition explores people’s deep connection with trees 10:20

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An exhibition titled The Call of the Forest, currently on display at Prague’s Kunsthalle, invites visitors to leave behind the noise of the city and step into the quiet, contemplative world of the forest. Created by the Czech-born, New York-based artist duo Kristýna and Marek Milde, it explores the deep and often overlooked connection between peopl…

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Four thousand participants attend 36th annual chess and games festival in Pardubice 2:42

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The 36th annual Czech Open Chess and Games Festival is well underway and will run until August 3. Around four thousand players from almost all over the world will compete there. In addition to chess, registered competitors will also take part in checkers, Scrabble, Rubik's Cube solving, and more.

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New Czech air defence system, Krkonoše meadows threatened by invasive plant, Pepa Vomáčka at 80 28:55

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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”.

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Are U.S. border controls tougher? Czech stories suggest otherwise 27:41

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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 strict…

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FM receives Jan Masaryk’s art, Edmund’s Gorge to reopen to visitors, Historian Chad Bryant 27:25

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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…

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Brno’s Moto GP race, Czech firefighters search for missing in Texas, Prague Off the Beaten Track 25:29

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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!

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Czechs learn tough lesson on work visas, Colours of Ostrava 2025, Pilsen Zoo 25:59

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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

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Drug regulation, Žižkov Tunnel art installation, Stanley Cup in Czechia, Historian Ivan Puš 26:30

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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

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Documentary wins main prize at KVIFF, Diouf joins West Ham from Slavia for €22 million, 'Meanders through Prague' guidebook 27:10

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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.

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Julie Urbišová on life between cultures in the U.S., Turkey, and Czechia 24:11

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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.

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Czech Army helpline, New Prague housing projects, Dark side of Prague, RAF pilot Silvestr Müller 28:47

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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…

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Karlovy Vary Film Festival continues, Czechia's Expo 2025, Prague's central islands 26:51

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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.

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Prague train station overhaul, Staroměstská closes for one month, Dvůr Králové Safari Park 25:32

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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 enj…

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Vltava Relay sets off, Unique Celtic settlement discovery, Director Ondřej Provazník 27:45

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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!

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Star power in Karlovy Vary, Czechia lifts surgery requirement for gender change, Laichter house 25:04

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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!

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Jan Hus in Konstanz: where conscience was put on trial 29:12

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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.…

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Terezin drawings as UNESCO heritage, Czech cyclist in Tour de France, Prague Planetarium 27:28

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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

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Heatwave, Para Athletics Grand Prix, moose on the loose, Kunratický les 28:38

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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

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Herman Geist obit, Author's Reading Month, Prague Zoo 29:12

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World War II hero Herman Geist dies at the age of 100, annual Author’s Reading Month focuses on voices from exile, Prague Zoo

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WWII hero Herman Geist dies at 100, Authors’ Reading Month kicks off, Prague Zoo 29:11

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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

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Jakub Hrůša becomes chief conductor of Czech Philharmonic, US artist Noah Breuer's exhibition in Krumlov, Derek Cummins on Czech pet insurance 29:05

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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.

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Wimbledon and the Czechs, Czech old-timers drive to Japan, luxury T3 tram, opera singer Adam Plachetka 27:42

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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.…

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Staying Czech in a divided America: the story of Adam Holomoucký 26:26

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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 i…

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Milada Horáková anniversary, Pastrňák picks 8th Czech MVP award, Architecture for Export 29:39

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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