Bulgaria Today

In Bulgaria Today on Thursday, 4 December, we begin with the latest news from this country. Next on the show: opera star Krassimira Stoyanova, conductor Pavel Baleff, and the Bulgarian National Radio present a new Mozart album. And finally, in our music slot, we’ll hear the Bulgarian rock band Atlas and their classic ballad “A Drop of Love.” Stay tuned! You can listen to the full version of the po...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on December 3. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Bulgaria after the protests – cabinet withdraws budget, citizens demand values. Next, Urban environment: Accessible for some, a prison for other At the end, we bring you the song “Over Ag...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on December 2. We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow. Next on the show: Next on the show: Bulgarians in Antwerp organize Christmas campaign for children in Gabrovo. At the end, we bring you the song “Aristokrat” performed by Ostava Band. You can listen to the...

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on December 1. In “Bulgaria Today” we bring you first the latest news from this country. Next, we tell you more about a new cultural-gastronomic center that shows Bulgarian culinary tradition in Romania. At the end, in our music slot we focus on iconic duo Doni and Momchil. Welcome to the show! You can listen to the full ve...

In "Bulgaria Today" on Friday, 28 November, we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show: Vratsa’s economy is on the rise after the municipality decided to invest in tourism and culture despite a limited budget. Deputy Mayor Alexander Vladimirov speaks with Yoan Kolev about the town’s economic revival. Finally, in our Friday Music Special celebrating the highl...

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...