Bulgaria Today

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on July 15 hosted by Rositsa Petkova. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next, in Culture we talk about the appeal of the Bulgarian language and the popularity of the International Seminar for Bulgarian studies in the medieval capital of Bulgaria, the tow...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on July 14. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Ancient luxury and modern experience – the renovated Villa Armira becomes hit among tourists. At the end, we bring you the song "Nashiyat Grad" performed by Tangra. You can listen...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on July 11 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 - Cosy under the stars – glamping is the new escape from city life – what does it look like and why are Bulgarians increasingly seeking it out? Our travel editor Vene...

In “Bulgaria Today” on Thursday, 10 July, we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show: June and July are intense months for young artists preparing for entrance exams. The National Academy of Arts in Sofia, Bulgaria’s oldest arts academy, welcomes applicants to its respected bachelor’s programmes in both traditional and modern disciplines. A story by Gergana Mancheva....

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on July 9. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Now that we are officially in the Eurozone, are Bulgarians still worried? At the end, we bring you the song “Like the Sun in a Mirror” performed by Vasil Naydenov. You can listen to the full...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on July 8. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: The world’s oldest processed gold and interactive experiences at the Regional Historical Museum–Pazardzhik. At the end, we bring you the song "Chervilo/Lipstick" performed by Doni and Momchil...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on July 7. In “Bulgaria Today” we bring you first the latest news from this country. Next, we tell you more about the petroleum sector, which warns that an EU directive could lead to fuel price spike. At the end, in Radio Bulgaria’s music slot, we focus on a song by Orlin Goranov. Welcome to the show! You can listen to the...

Hello, dear friends, and welcome to Bulgaria Today, Radio Bulgaria's English-language podcast. On Friday 4 July, we will first bring you the latest news from Bulgaria. Next, we will be talking about vampires! Dr Viktoria Basham, an ethnographer from the University of Salisbury in the USA, has returned to her home country of Bulgaria to research vampires in Bulgarian folklore and the protective...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on July 3. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Cozy under the stars – glamping is the new escape from city life. At the end, we bring you the song “Reflections” to the rendition of Alex Vitkov. You can listen to the full version of our po...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on July 2. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: A week until the final decision on the euro – are there any question marks? At the end, we bring you the song "Long Way Home" performed by Mary Boys Band. You can listen to the full...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on July 1. In “Bulgaria Today” we bring you first the latest news from this country. Next, we focus on the tourism business as Bulgaria expects six-percent rise in the number of foreign tourists this summer. At the end, in Radio Bulgaria’s music slot, we talk about P.I.F and their song called July. Welcome to the show! You...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on June 30 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, our editor Veneta Nikolova explores a new trend for the summer vacation in Bulgaria - Kids go offline, parents plug in - Children's camps offer a digital detox with...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on June 27 hosted by Rositsa Petkova. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next, what are the reasons for the water shortage in Bulgaria? Dam are at critically low levels, yet this is not the cause of the water shortage in Bulgaria, the problem is mainly du...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on June 26. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Will Bulgaria remain the EU country with the lowest fuel prices after the adoption of the Euro? At the end, we bring you the song "Leti" performed by Zornitsa Petrova. You can list...

Hello, dear friends, and welcome to Bulgaria Today, Radio Bulgaria's English-language podcast. On Wednesday, 25 June, we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show: The Sofia Press Gallery is hosting an exhibition called 'Noise and Whispers from the Street', showcasing iconic works by the photographer Nikolay Vassilev. This event is part of the 'Photos Sp...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on June 24. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Pazardzhik – the contemporary face of an ancient town. At the end, it’s Radio Bulgaria’s music slot featuring the song “Oy, Enyo, Sveti Enyo” performed by Daniel Spasov and Milen Ivanov. You...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on June 23. In “Bulgaria Today” we bring you first the latest news from this country. Next, we tell you more about a new museum dedicated to Bulgarian literary character Bai Ganyo, which has opened doors in the village of Enina. At the end, in Radio Bulgaria’s music slot, we focus on Plamen Bonev a.k.a. De La Bona and his n...

In "Bulgaria Today" on Friday, 20 June, we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show: Although water is abundant in Bulgaria and a water crisis is unlikely this summer, it cannot be entirely ruled out, as the state does not effectively control the use and distribution of water resources, says climatologist Prof. Georgi Rachev in an interview with Radio Bulgari...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on June 19. In “Bulgaria Today” we bring you first the latest news from this country. Next, we tell you more about attracting workforce from the Bulgarian diaspora abroad. At the end, in Radio Bulgaria’s music slot, we focus on a duet song by Todor Gadjalov and Theodora Tsoncheva. Welcome to the show! You can listen to the...

In “Bulgaria Today” on Wednesday, 18 June, we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. In this episode, we join ethologist Petko Hristov as he explores Bulgarian traditions, discussing the Kurban — a sacrificial meal typically observed by Bulgarian Christians. He shares his insights in a conversation with Gergana Mancheva. And finally in our music slot we’ll hear the song Katsnal Brumb...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on June 17. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Over 5,000 unemployed Bulgarians have started seasonal work in Europe since the beginning of 2025. At the end, it’s Radio Bulgaria’s music slot featuring the song "Something Is Happenin...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on June 16 hosted by Rositsa Petkova. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next, we continue to bring you closer to Bulgarian cuisine and are Bulgarians increasingly willing to try new flavours, as Frenchman Benoit Garbolino says. He’s been living in Bulgar...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on June 13. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Bulgaria or abroad: What are Bulgarians’ preferred holiday destinations this summer? And finally, in our Friday Music Special, we bring you the song The Blue Eyed-Girl to the rendition of Ge...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on June 12. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Space – from the sacred places of Bulgaria to the achievements of Bulgarian scientists. At the end of our podcast, we bring you the song ''Did You Drink Vinegar or Eat a Lemon?'&...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on June 11. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Happiness with a taste of wine amidst the Ritlite cliffs in the Iskar Gorge. At the end of our podcast, we bring you the song "Nasheto chudo nigde go nema" to the rendition of Gerg...