Slovakia Today, English Language Current Affairs Programme from Slovak Radio

Ben and Patka visit the Bratislava city gallery and discuss what is happening in Slovakia this week. They also play some music and read some letters to make your Sunday even more pleasant.

An invitation to two weekends of rose festivals in Slovakia with a part of popular series presenting the work of prolific 19th century rose breeder who was creating his famous cultivars while living in Krupina, now central Slovakia.

In February 2022, as bombs rained down in Ukraine, photographer and filmmaker Juraj Mravec was awakened by a phone call. At the other end of the line was his father who breathlessly described what was unfolding just across the border. Without hesitation, the documentarian began preparing to embark on another reporting trip to Ukraine. It was only a few years earlier that he had released his first...

Ben Pascoe discusses modern patriotism in Slovakia with identity creator and Hurbanista, Martin Bajanik.

In this Monday show, Paťka is going to talk about the relations between Slovakia and France in connection with the RTVS cycle 20 Years of Slovakia in European Union, how to vote in the European Parliament Election and more...

Health condition of Slovak PM stable but still serious. New developments in connection with the investigation. Intelligence service warns against bomb threats aimed at hospitals. SKEU20: Finland. Commemorating singer Stanka Apfelová.

In this part of the Listeners Tribune program, Martina and Kamila have a walk in the campus of the Faculty of Arts of Prešov University. The show features songs "Medulienka" by Pavol Hammel and "Mesto v nás" by Komajota.

A summary of big stars visiting Slovakia for the very first time. Primatologist Jane Goodall in interview for RTVS as part of her presence at the Starmus festival. And Nobel prize laureat for literature, playwright Wole Soyinka in an exclusive interview for RSI.

Continuing on with the SK20EU project with the introduction of another Member of the European Union - Estonia. Later on, Luba Kralova from the Musem of Rusyn Culture in Prešov, talks about its current exposition.

Ben Pascoe talks about Slovakia after the attempt on the Prime Minister's life with Canadian journalist and Slovak expert Tom Nicholson.

In today's episode we are going to commemorate one of the most influential actors and personalities of Slovak culture Ladislav Chudik as he would be celebrating his 100th birthday on May 27.

News overview: Slovak PM shot and injured, leading to serious polytrauma and a life threating condition, incumbent president and elected candidate for president call for calming down the situation, inviting political leaders to presidential palace. Attack on PM leading to postponement of debates in Parliament. Commisioner for Human Rights of CoE expresses concerns over two Slovak draft laws. Plus...

Sundays are about our listeners and this Sunday is also about hockey. Ben Pascoe talks with RTVS sports reporter Martin Kaigl about Slovak hockey and their chances at the world championships. (RERUN)

Due to the unprecedented attack on one of the top Slovak state officials, Prime Minister Robert Fico, the programme only consists of the next part of the series dedicated to the 20 years of Slovakia EU membership. In another part of our series dedicated to 20 years of Slovak membership in the EU, colleague Jurgen Rendl introduces Denmark not only with a Slovak who has been living in this country f...

When it comes to education in conservation and sustainable living in Slovakia, one name stands above the rest Zivica. Founded nearly two decades ago, this NGO has expanded its vision for creating a cleaner, fairer, and more sustainable world through a variety of innovative programs. To find out about all the organization has to offer, Jeremy Hill sat down with general director Ivana Poláčková. Als...

Ben Pascoe visits local community building events in Bratislava. He attends a cultural work shop organized by theatre students. Talks with the director of the Bratislava culture and info center about Bratislava Majales festival, attends a community football match and meets a young man who with his friends uses art to fight against violence.

In today's episode, we commemorate the 105th anniversary of the tragic death of influential historical figure Milan Rastislav Štefánik. We are going to talk about his early life, career as an astronomer, diplomat and war general and also some fact you may have not heard about.

News overview: Slovakia hit by a massive bomb threat, resulting in evacuation of schools and banks. Candidates for president have revealed how much they spent for their campaigns. Slovakia had its representative at the inauguration of Vladimir Putin. 20 years of Slovakia in the EU: Cyprus. Interview with Ammunition for Ukraine organiser Vladimír Šimíček.

Sundays are about our listeners. Ben and Patka tour the town and discuss the benefits of 20 years in the EU. They also read some letters and play some music to make your Sunday even more pleasant.

Patrícia Hatiarová, Vanda Koniarová, and Monika Bednárová talk about the discussion Z lavíc do praxe organised in Prešov, eastern Slovakia. Ľuba Kráľová presents The Museum of Rusyn Culture in Prešov as well as some of its current exhibitions on display.

Did the average Slovak accept the end of the war as a victory or defeat? And did Holocaust survivors return to their former homes/towns? Talking about the Slovak history at the end of the WWII is the Slovak Academy of Sciences expert Martin Posch.

Ben Pascoe talks with Vladimír Šimíček, photojournalist and one of the initiators of the collection Municia Pre Ukrajinu or Ammunition for Ukraine which in just a few weeks has collected millions of euros from ordinary Slovaks, which will be used to support the Ukrainian army.

In today's Monday show, Patka is going to introduce you to an unusual group of artists based in Bratislava. Their name is Funnylicious and they are going to enlighten you into the world of improvisation theatre.

News overview. Part two of our series on 20 years of Slovakia in the EU. Jeremy speaks with author and reporter Tomas Forro about his work. Ben Pascoe talks with author and screen writer Peter Balko about Slovak cinema today.

Sundays are about our listeners. Ben and Jeremy visit the Bratislava visitor's center and discuss the week, read some letters and play some songs. Repeat