Bulgaria Today

In Bulgaria Today on Thursday, 16 April: First, the latest news from across the country. Next, a story of generosity and care for others in Bulgaria, written by Yoan Kolev. And finally, our Song of the Day: “Picture” (“Kartina”) — a new release by Bulgarian pop star Grafa. Stay tuned! You can listen to the full version of the podcast available on our website at: https://bnrnews.bg/en/list/podcast-...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on April 15. In “Bulgaria Today” we bring you first the latest news from this country. Next, we have a meeting with Julia Neuhoff - a German woman who has found home in a Bulgarian village and combines motherhood with work in the fields of AI and arts. At the end, in our music slot we focus on Iskren Petzov and Kristina Dim...

In Bulgaria Today on Tuesday, 14 April: First, we bring you the latest news from across the country. Next, Bulgarian film director Yordan Mihaylovski is producing a virtual tour of the St Kliment Ohridski research station on Livingston Island in Antarctica - a story by Yoan Kolev. And finally, in our Song of the Day, we present “Bryag” - a new release by actor and musician Plamen Dimitrov. Stay tu...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on April 13, Easter Monday, hosted by Kostadin Atanasov. Our compatriots in the Western and Central European Diocese mark Easter. Alexandra Karamihaleva spoke with Metropolitan Anthony of Western and Central Europe about the factors that shape the order of services for Easter, Holy Week, Bright Week, and beyond. On Bright M...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on April 10, Good Friday, hosted by Kostadin Atanasov. Good Friday is a day for reflection and stillness — and we’ve chosen some beautiful music to accompany it. A leading Bulgarian Orthodox theologian speaks to Radio Bulgaria’s Darina Grigorova about the meaning of Good Friday. “Forgiveness is the measure of love”, he says...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on April 9. In “Bulgaria Today” we bring you first the latest news from this country. Next, we have a meeting with Father Maxim from Kykkos Monastery in Cyprus. At the end, in our music slot we focus on pop singer Lili Ivanova. Welcome to the show! You can listen to the full version of our podcast on our website at https://...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on April 7 hosted by Kostadin Atanasov. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Bulgarians in Ireland are valued and respected, says Ambassador Vanya Andreeva. Finally, we bring you the song “Davam” performed by MONA. You can listen to the fu...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on April 6 hosted by Kostadin Atanasov. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Rhetoric and Manipulation – a read for public speakers and ordinary voters. Finally, in memory of Bulgarian poet, composer and singer Mihail Belchev, we bring you...

In “Bulgaria Today” on Friday, 3 April: First, we bring you the latest news from across the country. Next: From the market to the fridge - consumers and traders are under price pressure. Story by Elena Karkalanova, Radka Petkova from BNR's regional radio station in Kardzhali and Keti Trencheva, BNR correspondent in Blagoevgrad. And finally, it’s time for our Friday Music Special, with Highligh...

In today’s edition of Bulgaria Today, we begin with the latest news from across the country. Then, we turn to the story of a young Bulgarian musician making her way in the United States - Diana Mihova, a self-made singer, founder and producer of the trio The Jersey Girls. And finally, in our Song of the Day segment, Atanas Zaykov revisits his track “Amulet,” reshaping it into a sleek Afro house cu...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on April 1 hosted by Kostadin Atanasov. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Cybercriminals don't just hack phones, they hack the saiki- psyche of teenagers. Finally, we bring you the song “Ludi Zhabi” performed by Django Ze. You can l...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on March 31 hosted by Kostadin Atanasov. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: More than 19,000 Bulgarians live in Switzerland, says Ambassador Svetlan Stoev. Finally, we bring you the song “Conclusion” to the rendition of Rada Ilieva. You...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on March 30. In “Bulgaria Today” we bring you first the latest news from this country. Next, we tell you more about the National Palace of Culture in Sofia, which celebrates its 45th anniversary. At the end, in our music slot we focus on the 50th birthday of Dimitar Hristov – instrumentalist, composer, conductor of the Bulg...

In "Bulgaria Today" on Friday, 27 March: First, we bring you the latest news from across the country. Next, Next, the world’s top rhythmic gymnasts are coming to Sofia. From March 28 to 30, Arena Sofia hosts the World Cup - part of Olympic qualification. A report by Diana Tsankova. And finally, it’s time for our Friday Music Special, with Highlights of Bulgarian Musical Culture, written...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on March 26 hosted by Kostadin Atanasov. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Science, education, and business join forces at a national festival in Sofia. Finally, we bring you the song “Sanuvay Me” (“Dream of Me”) performed by Nona Yotov...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, Radio Bulgaria’s podcast, on March 25, hosted by Rositsa Petkova. We begin with a roundup of the day’s leading news from Bulgaria, followed by the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next, we celebrate the Feast of the Annunciation as we talk to the priest from one of the newest churches in Sofia and the only one dedicated to this Christian feast in Druzhba neighbourhood. And...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on March 24. In “Bulgaria Today” we bring you first the latest news from this country. Next, we tell you about the mass migration of young Bulgarians from the Western Outlands. At the end, in our music slot we focus on Pavell and his new song. Welcome to the show! You can listen to the full version of our podcast on our web...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on March 23 hosted by Kostadin Atanasov. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: : “Bulgarian Days” in Málaga” held for the 12th time. Finally, we bring you the song 'A Storm in a Teacup' performed by Mihaela Fileva. You can listen to...

In "Bulgaria Today" on Friday, 20 March: First, we bring you the latest news from across the country. Next, Ramazan Bayram unites Muslim families in Bulgaria, as tradition and flavour take centre stage, with baklava on every table. And finally, it’s time for our Friday Music Special, with Highlights of Bulgarian Musical Culture, written by our music editor, Tsvetana Toncheva. In today’s...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on March 19 hosted by Kostadin Atanasov. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Bulgaria faces early elections – we hear from citizens in South Bulgaria. Finally, we bring you the song “Utre Bez Teb” (Tomorrow, Without You) performed by Dari...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, Radio Bulgaria’s podcast, on March 18, hosted by Rositsa Petkova and with sound engineer Denitsa Diamandieva We begin with a roundup of the day’s leading news from Bulgaria, followed by the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next, we talk about the unique carpet collection of Dutchman Jacob Van who’s been living in Bulgaria for years - а step towards a museum of handwoven Bu...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on March 17. In “Bulgaria Today” we bring you first the latest news from this country. Next, we offer you an interview by BNR’s Assia Chaneva with Catherine Bannon - Ambassador of Ireland to Bulgaria. At the end, in our music slot we focus on the untamed music of ZEBRA band. Welcome to the show! You can listen to the full v...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on March 16 hosted by Kostadin Atanasov. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Three Bulgarian Catholics expected to be proclaimed martyrs for the faith. Finally, we bring you the song “Rano Prizori” performed by Robi. You can listen to the...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, Radio Bulgaria’s podcast, on March 13, hosted by Rositsa Petkova We begin with a roundup of the day’s leading news from Bulgaria, followed by the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next, we have another interview – this time in anticipation of the national day of Ireland on March 17, we bring you more about what has been planned by the Irish Embassy in Sofia to promote Irish...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, Radio Bulgaria’s podcast, on March 12, hosted by Rositsa Petkova We begin with a roundup of the day’s leading news from Bulgaria, followed by the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next, we offer you a special interview for Radio Bulgaria with the Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Bulgaria, Her Excellency Mrs. Dai Qingli, sharing her perspective on China&#3...