Bulgaria Today

In “Bulgaria Today” on Tuesday, September 26 , we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show we‘ll talk about Sofia's 'yellow brick road' – a technology long lost, is to be recreated by the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences. And finally in our music slot we’ll hear more about Teodosii Spasov’s composition Buchimish. Stay tuned! You can listen to the full version...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on September 25. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for the weekend first. Next, we bring you the voices of the children of the Bulgarian community in the village of Krynychne, Bolgrad Region of Ukraine, who are calling for peace – a report of RB’s Diana Tsankova. And...

In the festive edition of Bulgaria Today on Friday, September 22, Independence Day , we will hear why this date is inscribed in golden letters in Bulgarian history as one of the most important national holidays of Bulgaria. Next on the show, we will delve into history to learn what series of events, complex political moves and even haggling led to the birth of the Third Bulgarian Kingdom on the br...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on September 21. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show, we tell you more about the 16th edition of the Bulgarian Cinema Festival in Rome. In our music slot, you will learn how traditional Kanatitza embroidery inspires a Bulgarian festival in...

In "Bulgaria Today" on Wednesday, September 20 , we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show we'll talk about the 23rd International Master Class of opera prima Raina Kabaivanska, which has just started in Sofia. And finally in our music slot we'll hear about "Back to Thrace", the fourth movement of the "Ancient Thrace Suite" by co...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on September 19. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Protest of farmers - political influence or a matter of survival? In our music slot, we bring you the song "Dazhdoven Funk" performed by the pop-swing band Wet Pebbles. You ca...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on September 18. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show, we tell you more about Yavor Hristov who creates 3D printed constructor toys using modern technology. In our music slot, you will learn more about Bulgarian singer Sophia and her new so...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on September 15.  We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. In our music slot, we bring you the song "Bury Me Deep In Love" performed by JEREMY?   You can listen to the full version of our podcast on our website at https://bnr.bg/en/podcast-in-english/...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on September 14. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: After Beijing, artist Valentin Yordanov looks to Life Is Beautiful Festival in Las Vegas. Next, the Church celebrates the Day of the Cross. In our music slot, we bring you the song “Lov...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on September 13. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for the weekend first. Next, a message for peace on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast that invites reflection – my colleague Gergana Mancheva talks to young Bulgarian artist Vivia Niki who has authored a unique sand drawi...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on September 12. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show, we tell you we tell you why some political analysts say that the outcome of the local elections is unlikely to have impact on the governance structure. In our music slot, you will learn...

In "Bulgaria Today" on Monday, September 11, we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show we‘ll talk about photographer Ivan Shishiev’s new album “Sketches of Sofia: 24 hours in the city” – an interview by our colleague Ioan Kolev . And finally in our music slot we’ll hear the alternative band Animatsionerite and their song "Plus". Stay tuned! You ca...

In “Bulgaria Today” on Friday, September 8 , we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show - rescue efforts continue as the country mourns the victims of the flood. And finally in our music slot we’ll hear about F.S.B. and their composition “A Song”. Stay tuned! You can listen to the full version of the podcast available on our website at: https://bnr.bg/en/podcast-in-en...

In “Bulgaria Today” on Thursday, September 7 , we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show we‘ll talk about the consequences of the torrential rains which caused devastating floods along Bulgaria’s Black sea coast. And finally in our music slot we’ll hear more about Iskren Petsov's anniversary - the musician is marking it with a concert and a new vinyl record. Stay...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on a national holiday here. On September 6, Bulgaria marks 138 years since the Unification of the Principality of Bulgaria and Eastern Rumelia , an important moment in Bulgarian history that changed the course of development of the country. On the day of the Bulgarian Unification, first we talk to university professor Prof....

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on September 5. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Care for people with autism spectrum disorder is improving, yet not at the desired pace. In our music slot, we bring you the song “Neka Se Veselim” performed by Berkovitsa Brass Band. Yo...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, Radio Bulgaria’s podcast on September 4. • We start with the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. • Next: Why is the tourism industry unhappy with the holiday season so far, while experts are more optimistic? • Finally, The Foundation and 20th century Stay tuned! You can listen to the full version of the podcast available on our websi...

In “Bulgaria Today” on Friday, September 1, we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show we‘ll talk about about a cycling adventure along the Danube. The 10th edition of the Dunav Ultra cycling route starts on September 5. And finally in our music slot we’ll hear about the composition of jazz musician and caval player Teodosii Spasov "Somewhere in the Rhodope Mount...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on August 31. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow first. Next, we delve into Bulgarian History as we take you to Perperikon, the big archaeological complex in the Eastern Rhodopes, which never ceases surprising researchers – what’s the latest discovery ther...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on August 30. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Bulgaria is a stopover in the biggest rowing tourist regatta on the Danube. In our music slot, we bring you the song “Satellite” performed by Ostava band. Welcome to the show! You can list...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on August 29. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Bulgaria is European leader in sunflower production, yet the raw material is not reaching the processing capacities. In our music slot, we bring you the song “After the Theatre" perfo...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on August 28. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Beware of the bear! Locals report growing number of bear encounters. In our music slot, we bring you the song “My Sea” performed by Stanislava Dimitrova-Sunny. Welcome to the show! You can...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on August 25. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show, the first online oncology commission in Bulgarian gives advice to women with breast cancer. In our music slot, we bring you the song “Every Sound” performed by Arrow Trio. Welcome to the s...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on August 24. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show, the more the better: guest houses are now much more than a place to stay the night. In our music slot, we bring you the song “After You" performed by Georgi Kostadinov and the Pleven...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on August 23. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show, the natural riches of Yulen Reserve in Pirin Mountain. In our music slot, we bring you the song "Leten Kadar" performed by Deep Zone Project and Vessy Boneva Welcome to the show!...