Bulgaria Today

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on November 27. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: After massive protest in front of parliament building the ruling coalition freezes budget for 2026. At the end, we bring you the song "Nezabrava" performed by Kristina Doncheva...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on November 26. In “Bulgaria Today” we bring you first the latest news from this country. Next, we tell you more about the еuro, which causes some concerns among Bulgarians, but attracts foreigners, according to economist Hristo Marinov. At the end, in our music slot we focus on singer MINNA. Welcome to the show! You can li...

In “Bulgaria Today” on Tuesday, 25 November, we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next we’ll take you to a world of horsemen, legends and ancient magic, as Veneta Nikolova tells the story of the Letnitsa Treasure. And finally in our music slot we’ll hear the song ‘Night Over the City’ performed by Veselin Marinov. Stay tuned! You can listen to the full version of the podcast ava...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on November 24. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Bulgaria's first state budget in euros – between two readings in the National Assembly and a wave of dissatisfaction. At the end, we bring you the song "Heart" to the rendi...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on November 21 hosted by Rositsa Petkova. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next, in Travel we take you to Northern Bulgaria among waterfalls and caves – the Devetashko Plateau also offers rural tourism with a sense of place. At the end, a new episode in...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on November 20. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Folklore formation "Ludi-Mladi" is a connection with the homeland for Bulgarian children in Athens. At the end, we bring you the song “Return” performed by Factor band. You can...

In “Bulgaria Today” on Wednesday, 19 November, we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show: We meet the Ovcharovs — a family who lived in Albuquerque for most of their lives and recently moved to Bulgaria. Both are artists, and you can easily tell just by looking at their home, known as the Colorful House, in the village of Novo Selo. An interview by Yoan Kolev. And fi...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on November 18. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Ventseslav Sabev from Geneva: When we believe in God, we carry a message of peace. At the end, we bring you the song “Without You” performed by Horizont band and Mariana Popova. You can...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on November 17. In “Bulgaria Today” we bring you first the latest news from this country. Next, we tell you more about the Bulgarian community in USA, which is extremely vibrant, according to Daniela Sirakova, head of the consular service in New York. At the end, in our music slot we focus on Mary Boys Band. Welcome to the...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on November 11 hosted by Rositsa Petkova. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next, we take you to the Unknown Bulgaria and Cape Shabla: The lighthouse, boats and hot spring of the fishermen's village of Karia At the end, Highlights of Bulgarian musical cu...

In “Bulgaria Today” on Thursday, 13 November, we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show: Another case of animal cruelty sparks civic action — a social psychologist and animal activist share their perspectives with Radio Bulgaria listeners. Coverage by Yoan Kolev. And finally, in our music slot: the Nusha Choir presents its new album, Kitka Velita, Chestita. Radio Bul...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on November 12. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Nina Vasileva-Zaneshev and her calling to inspire Bulgarians in Austria. At the end, we bring you the song “Katerino Mome” to the rendition of Tatyana Sarbinska and the State Ensemble fo...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on November 11. In “Bulgaria Today” we bring you first the latest news from this country. Next, we tell you more about vintage cars and wine in the village of Kapatovo. At the end, in our music slot we focus on rock singer Toma, who has presented his second solo album. Welcome to the show! You can listen to the full version...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on November 10. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Thirteen US states recognize the Seal of Biliteracy in Bulgarian. At the end, we bring you the song “Zamalchi, zamalchi” to the rendition of Mimi Nikolova and Tsvetelin Atanasov. You can...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on November 7 hosted by Rositsa Petkova. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for the weekend. Next, "Responsibility, Unity and Security" this was the motto of a German-Bulgarian seminar for journalists and public figures held in Sofia providing an open platfor...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on November 6. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: “Bulgaria and Albania – Together for the birth of another baby!” At the end, we bring you the song “Maria” performed by Tonika SV. You can listen to the full version of our podcast on our...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on November 5 hosted by Rositsa Petkova. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next, we bring you an interview with another long-time listener of Radio Bulgaria, this time from Germany. “My friendship with Radio Bulgaria started back in 1975”, says the Germa...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on November 4. In “Bulgaria Today” we bring you first the latest news from this country. Next, we tell you more about Kiril Kutin – the first honorary consul of Bulgaria in Norway At the end, in our music slot we focus on popular duo "Molets" and their new album. Welcome to the show! You can listen to the full ver...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on November 3. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: New study sheds light on the church life of Bulgarians in Bessarabia. At the end, we bring you the song “Hubavoto Predstoi” to the rendition of Momchil Kossev. You can listen to the full...

In "Bulgaria Today" on Friday, 31 October, we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show: A conference in Athens is exploring the role of artificial intelligence in education. Radio Bulgaria’s editor Vesela Krasteva spoke with the head of the Bulgarian Sunday School “Sts. Cyril and Methodius” in the Greek capital. And finally, in our Friday Music Special, celeb...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on October 30. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: The Bulgarian-Swiss Association "Kanatitza" is building a small Bulgaria outside the homeland. At the end, we bring you the song “Dve sledi” to the rendition of "The Founda...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on October 29. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Two centuries of longing: The Bessarabian and Tavrian Bulgarians' bond with their ancestral land. At the end, we bring you the song “Each of Us” performed by Grafa and Robi. You can l...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on October 28. In “Bulgaria Today” we bring you first the latest news from this country. Next, we tell you more about Bulgarian Orthodox priest Julian Angelov in Geneva At the end, in our music slot we focus on Miro and Alma and their new duet song. Welcome to the show! You can listen to the full version of our podcast on o...

In “Bulgaria Today” on Monday, 27 October, we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show: A mezzo-soprano from Georgia and a baritone from Romania took top honors at the 2025 Operalia World Opera Competition, held in Sofia. Report by Tsvetana Toncheva. Finally, in our Song of the Day section, we present the new release 'Na lyubov prilicha' ('It Feels Like Lov...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on October 24. In “Bulgaria Today” we bring you first the latest news from this country. Next, our guest is Chrissy Brand - a freelance journalist from the UK and a long-time listener of Radio Bulgaria, who was interviewed by Rositsa Petkova. At the end, in Highlights of Bulgarian Musical Culture we focus “Prituri se planin...