Slovakia Today, English Language Current Affairs Programme from Slovak Radio

Sunday Music Selection: Velvet Revolution

News overview, Women in Science Pt. 2 with Michaela Musilová, Slovak astrobiologist and marsonaut, and commemoration of the student march from the 16th of November1989.

In honour of the 35th anniversary of the velvet revolution Ben Pascoe talks with some of those who were involved. Boris Zala from VPN and student leaders Boris Ondreicka and Peter Chowanec talk about what it was really like and what their strongest memories are after 35 years.

Interview: Marek Šulík, the filmmaker behind the film Ms President about the presidential mandate of the first female Slovak President Zuzana Čaputová. Martin Bednárik asks the director what was the making of the film like, what secrets about the presidential mandate of Zuzana Čaputová will the audience learn, and if Zuzana Čaputová liked the film after it was done. And – why is the film about the...

According to the 2022 WWF Living Planet Report, wildlife populations have declined by an average of 69% over the past 50 years. This species loss affects not only animals but also plants, fungi, and microbes—the fundamental building blocks of any ecosystem. In Slovakia, where forests cover over 40 percent of the landscape, biodiversity within these woodlands is also in decline. Grasslands, which m...

Ben Pascoe talks with Alan Henderson, Illah van Oijen, Tomas Estok and Guillaume De Canck all of whom organize cultural events in Slovakia in the English language, or at least English friendly. We will find out what they do, what advice they have for others looking to organize events here as well as what they are planning.

In this show, we will discuss the Slovak public’s perspective on nuclear power in connection with new technologies, education and climate change.

Sunday Music Selection: Martin Name Day

What was the week like in Slovakia? News overview and picks of the week with Martin Bednárik. HEADLINES: Slovakia strengthens relations with China, agreeing on both economic and cultural cooperation, nomination of Slovak designate for the post of EU commissioner approved and Prime Minister lambasted for appearing on Russian television. Competition Pt. 6 and Silvia Zbončáková talks about her experi...

Ben and Patka discuss the past week and look ahead to upcoming English friendly events around Slovakia. This week Jeremy joins with an interview with film maker Erik Balaz and Ben also talks with homeless theatre director Patrik Krebs.

Ben Pascoe talks with social anthropologist Juraj Buzalka about the election results and how history affects Slovakia today. (repeat)

In the Wednesday edition of the Slovakia Today programme, we bring you several interviews with professors, education experts, and other attendees of an international conference organized by the Centre for Languages and Cultures of National Minorities at Prešov University, titled Minority Languages and Education in Slovakia: History, Current Status, and Perspectives. The guests discuss the importan...

The State of Slovakia Today. Ben Pascoe sits down with political scientist and former presidential advisor on foreign affairs, Jana Kozbova. They discuss Slovakia’s foreign policy, the difference between head of state and foreign minister and how the future looks for Slovak foreign policy.

In this show, Patka is going to talk about one of the less discussed issues in Slovakia, the pay gaps between men and women in Slovakia, connecting it to a global initiative Equal Pay Day.

Competition SNP 80 – Pt. 6. Sunday music selection: Celebrating 20 years of Radio_FM channel with music from 2004.

The Interview: Marek Šulík, the filmmaker behind the film Ms President about the presidential mandate of the first female Slovak President Zuzana Čaputová. Martin Bednárik asks the director what was the making of the film like, what secrets about the presidential mandate of Zuzana Čaputová will the audience learn, and if Zuzana Čaputová liked the film after it was done. And – why is the film about...

Martin and Patka discuss some up to date topics in Slovakia, talk about the All Saints Day and recomment some related places and also events to visit.

In the first segment, we’ll take a journey to the filming locations of iconic horror movies shot in Slovakia, unraveling the terrifying tales behind the scenes. In the second segment, we’ll uncover the mysterious folklore and haunted legends of Slovakia, from cursed castles to ghostly apparitions. This show will transport you into the heart of Slovak horror, both real and fictional.

In September, the NGO Živica, which specializes in educational initiatives, hosted its third annual Hura Von festival at the Zaježová education center. Hura Von is a program dedicated to helping teachers use the outdoors as an ideal learning environment. Through a range of workshops and discussions, the festival attendees—primarily teachers—gained new methods to use with their students. RSI attend...

Ben Pascoe sits down with former MP and MEP for Smer-SD Boris Zala to discuss the state of Slovakia today as well as one year of the Fico IV government and the future of Slovakia.

The first part of today’s show is dedicated to one of the legends of Slovak film, Marián Labuda, who, today, the 28th of October, would turn 80 years old. Today, you are going to learn that his career went far beyond acting in front of the camera. In the second part, we will follow up on last week's topic about the state of extremism in Slovakia. The Ministry of the Interior of the Slovak Republic...

Sunday musical selection: Traditional Slovak ballads in modern arrangements.

What was the week like in Slovakia? News overview and picks of the week with Martin Bednárik. And the first part of our new Women in Science series.

Ben and Patka discuss the past week and look ahead at what is happening around Slovakia in the next week.

In this episode, we explore why many Slovaks choose to work in the USA during their summer break. Our guests, who travel there regularly, share their personal experiences, discussing the benefits of earning money, improving language skills, and embracing new adventures. We’ll also cover the cultural exchange aspect and how these trips impact their personal growth. In the second half, we highlight...