Bulgaria Today

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on November 8.    We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow.   Next on the show: A Bulgarian polar expedition will explore the Ice Continent for the 33rd time.  In our music slot, we bring you the song "Nadnikna Radka" to the rendition of Kichka Savova.    You ca...

In “Bulgaria Today” on Thursday, November 7, we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show: The Kabiyuk stud farm in Bulgaria is the oldest of its kind and crucial in preserving endangered local breeds. A story by Ayse Latif, BNR-Shumen.   And finally in our music slot we’ll hear Day and Peace - a composition by the Angel Demirev Acoustic Trio. Stay tuned! You can listen...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on November 6.  In "Bulgaria Today" on November 6, we bring you first the latest news from this country. Next on the show, we bring you an interview with famous Austrian violinist Rainer Honeck, who has a concert in Sofia together with Bulgarian pianist Plamena Mangova. We also focus on Iskrena Yordanova – a musician who ha...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, Radio Bulgaria’s podcast on 5 November. We start with the news from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow; Next: Is Bulgaria heading for another election in an endless cycle? Finally, Kottarashky with 2 events in Berlin: a premiere of the film Balkan Black Box and a concert. Stay tuned! You can listen to the full version of the podcast at: https://bnr.bg/en/podc...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on November 4, hosted by Rositsa Petkova. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next, The Embassy of France and the French Cultural Institute brought together scientists to present their experience and the scientific challenges in Antarctica –Radio Bulgaria...

Hello and welcome to Bulgaria Today on Friday, November 1! Today Bulgaria celebrates the National Awakeners' Day when the nation honours its teachers, writers, enlighteners and freedom-fighters who have preserved the spiritual and moral values of the Bulgarians.  Back to the show - we start with the latest news from the country. Next: we learn about the secret mission of Zeppelin L 59 or how Yambo...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on October 31.    In “Bulgaria Today” on October 31, we bring you first the latest news from this country.  Next on the show, we tell you how chef Sharankov chose Bulgaria's Rhodope Mountain over London.   In our music slot, we focus on one of the best violinists in the world and concertmaster of the Royal Concertgebouw Orc...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on October 30.     In “Bulgaria Today” on October 30, we bring you first the latest news from this country.  Next on the show, we bring you an interview with sociologist Parvan Simeonov who talks about the elections in Bulgaria and the votes from abroad.   In our music slot, we focus on a famous song by Kiril Marichkov.  We...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, Radio Bulgaria’s podcast on 29 October.      We start with the news from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow;   Next: The election is over, when will the next election be? Finally, Lyubo Kirov and  It's Alright . Stay tuned! You can listen to the full version of the podcast at: https://bnr.bg/en/podcast-in-english/broadcast

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on October 28.    We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow.   Next on the show: After the vote: Expectations of a cabinet against the backdrop of an even more fragmented parliament.  In our music slot, we bring you the song “Monday Morning” to the rendition of V...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on October 25.    We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow.   Next on the show: Underwhelming campaign raises fears of another early election next year.  In our music slot, we bring you the song “Tiho” performed by Roberto Nikolov- Robi.  You can listen to the f...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on October 24.    We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow.   Next on the show: A new association and new hope for Bulgarians in the region of Golo Bardo, Albania.   In our music slot, we bring you the song ''Vseki Den'' performed by Preyah.  You can listen to t...

In "Bulgaria Today" on Wednesday, 23 October, we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show: After the October 27 elections, the Bulgarian government has to present its budget proposal for 2025. Economists are divided over whether to raise taxes or cut spending. Radio Bulgaria's Gergana Mancheva talks to experts who discuss what's at stake for businesses, workers and the...

Stay tuned for an unforgettable experience with "Bulgaria Today" on Tuesday, 22 October! We bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show: For the first time in 38 years, Bulgaria's demographics show a positive trend; expert highlights the potential of the Bulgarian diaspora for the country's demographic revival. And finally in our music slot we’ll hear the composition "Gra...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on October 21.    In “Bulgaria Today” on October 21, we bring you first the latest news from this country.  Next on the show, we bring you an interview with Associate Prof. Spas Tashev who talks about machinations in North Macedonian statistics.   In our music slot, we focus on a new single by Dara Ekimova.  Welcome to the...

In “Bulgaria Today” on Friday, 18 October, we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show: we talk about the forgery of art and historical objects. The  'Fake (f)or Real. A History of Forgery and Falsifications'  exhibition is on display in Sofia for two more days before heading to Hungary. We are joined by Ilya Prokopov, a leading expert on forged ancient and medieval ar...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on October 17, 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 Travel in this country with our travel editor Veneta Nikolova who explores why Bulgaria is among the top 5 destinations for birdwatching and lovers of ornithol...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on October 16.    We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow.   Next on the show: The Theodora von Auersperg International Foundation with branch in Bulgaria.  In our music slot, we bring you the song "Wedding Song and Dance" performed by the Folk Orchestra of BNR...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on October 15.     We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow.   Next on the show:  On International White Cane Day, a blindfolded walk through the streets of Sofia is organized to raise awareness.  In our music slot, we bring you the song “Hamlet” to the renditio...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on October 14. In “Bulgaria Today” on October 14, we bring you first the latest news from this country. Next on the show, we tell you more about rock climbing in the Rusenski Lom River valley. In our music slot, we focus on a new song by popular Bulgarian singer Lubo Kirov. Welcome to the show! You can listen to the full ve...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on October 11. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: In the eye of the storm: Bulgarians share first-hand accounts of Hurricane Milton. In our music slot, we bring you the song ''Kradec na Mechti'' performed by DARA. You can listen to the f...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on October 10, hosted by Rositsa Petkova. In today’s show we start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next, we join BNR’s correspondent in Veliko Tarnovo region Zdravka Maslyankova on a curious visit to the small village of Vishovgrad where an Australian couple, C...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on October 9.     We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow.   Next on the show: Aksinia Ivanova and Ivan Tsankov on the cultural diplomacy of the new Bulgarian emigration in Argentina.  In our music slot, we bring you the song „Da Izbyagam“ performed by Mihaela...

In “Bulgaria Today” on Tuesday, 8 October, we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show: The marketplace as a cultural phenomenon yesterday, today and tomorrow. A story by Vesela Krasteva. And finally in our music slot we’ll hear the song we listen to "Karshenitsa 216" by Theodosii Spassov, who is presenting his "Balkan Moods" concert in Geneva tonight.  Stay tuned! You...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on October 7.     In “Bulgaria Today” on October 7, we bring you first the latest news from this country.  Next on the show, we tell you more Constantine Zlatev's art for peace.   In our music slot, we focus on a song by Radostina Yovkova, combing folklore and pop sound.  Welcome to the show!  You can listen to the full ver...