Podcasts about Slovak

News; the iconic Říp Hill was once a lava lake, researchers have revealed; the future Via Silva Nortica: the cycle route from Vysočina through southern Bohemia and on to Melk in Austria; will bears disappear entirely from Czech castles?; former Slovak President Kiska speaks out on Fico, Orbán, Babiš and the EU.

On today's Czechia in 30 minutes show, we bring you: the news; Czechia's extreme drought and forecast for the summer; expats in London honor Czech and Slovak wartime stories; and, for our feature, over 24,500 walkers take part in 58th annual Prague–Prčice March. 

Famous Irish playwright Marina Carr dropped by Bratislava for a masterclass at the New Drama Festival. She chatted with Martina Greňová Šimkovičová about what it's like seeing her plays in translation. Our regular Slovak culture tips for foreigners will take you from Cannes and Sao Paulo to Lučenec, Banská Bystrica, and Bratislava. And don't miss the next episode of our Slovak language course with Veronika Ščepánová!

Nedávny rozhovor predsedu Konferencie biskupov Slovenska Bernarda Bobera pre Aktuality.sk vyvolal reakcie historikov. Košický arcibiskup a hlava katolíckej cirkvi na Slovensku totiž tvrdil, že Slovenský štát a jeho prezident Jozef Tiso ešte stále neboli historikmi objektívne zhodnetené a Tiso sa už nemôže brániť. Biskup Bober tvrdil, že pohľad na Slovakštát je stále pokrivený komunistickou totalitou. Oslovili sme preto trojicu historikov Slovenského štátu, ktorí vyštudovali históriu až po roku 1989. Katolícka cirkev a napríklad aj opozičná strana KDH sa verejne zastáva aj biskupa Jána Vojtaššáka, ktorý pôsobil v oficiálnych štruktúrach ľudáckeho režimu. Historici pritom krútia hlavou, že cirkev by si pokojne mohla vybrať aj pozitívnejších hrdinov. V podcaste Ráno Nahlas budete počuť docenta histórie z Univerzity Mateja Bela Antona Hruboňa, historičku Hanu Kubátovú z Fakulty sociálních věd Univerzity Karlovej v Prahe, a historika Miloslava Szabóa z Filozofickej fakulty Univerzity Komenského v Bratislave. Moderuje Peter Hanák.

Nedávny rozhovor predsedu Konferencie biskupov Slovenska Bernarda Bobera pre Aktuality.sk vyvolal reakcie historikov. Košický arcibiskup a hlava katolíckej cirkvi na Slovensku totiž tvrdil, že Slovenský štát a jeho prezident Jozef Tiso ešte stále neboli historikmi objektívne zhodnetené a Tiso sa už nemôže brániť. Biskup Bober tvrdil, že pohľad na Slovakštát je stále pokrivený komunistickou totalitou. Oslovili sme preto trojicu historikov Slovenského štátu, ktorí vyštudovali históriu až po roku 1989. Katolícka cirkev a napríklad aj opozičná strana KDH sa verejne zastáva aj biskupa Jána Vojtaššáka, ktorý pôsobil v oficiálnych štruktúrach ľudáckeho režimu. Historici pritom krútia hlavou, že cirkev by si pokojne mohla vybrať aj pozitívnejších hrdinov. V podcaste Ráno Nahlas budete počuť docenta histórie z Univerzity Mateja Bela Antona Hruboňa, historičku Hanu Kubátovú z Fakulty sociálních věd Univerzity Karlovej v Prahe, a historika Miloslava Szabóa z Filozofickej fakulty Univerzity Komenského v Bratislave. Moderuje Peter Hanák.

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 15 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Carly, Erik, Peter, and Melanie talk about:News: MinaLima events at Chicago and New York Harry Potter Stores. Main Segment: We discuss the new improved 25th Anniversary Slovak Edition of Philosopher's Stone.Translation of the Show: 25th Anniversary Slovak Edition of Philosopher's StoneDialogue Alley is the official podcast of The Potter CollectorCarly @alltheprettybooks on InstagramErik @knockturnerik on InstagramMelanie @theharrypottercollection on InstagramPeter @ThePotterCollector on InstagramThanks to our Editor: TommyThanks to our Editor for this episode: Erik!Images of books that are discussed on this episode will be available on Instagram @dialogueallypodcast, as well as DialogueAlley.com and alltheprettybooks.net For more content from The Potter Collector, visit Peter's WebsiteDialogue Alley trusts The Harry Potter Specialist to authenticate signed Harry Potter books. JOIN US ON PATREON!! You can get access to our Discord, ad-free episodes, and our BONUS EPISODES! patreon.com/dialoguealleySend Questions and Listener Mail to: Dialoguealleypodcast@gmail.comVisit our site dialoguealley.com We would love to hear from you!Music:The Magic Shoes 

Today's episode is about World Athletics Day. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from my athletics vocabulary. You will also learn how to say “Ready, set, go!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short summary about the Athletics Day. Episode notesIn today's episode, I'm talking about World Athletics Day. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from my athletics vocabulary. You will also learn how to say “Ready, set, go!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short summary about the Athletics Day. Slovak lesson1.    atletika (athletics)2.    beh (run)3.    skok (jump)4.    pohyb (movement)5.    víťaz (winner)6.    výdrž (endurance)7.    inšpirovať (to inspire)8.    povzbudzovať (to encourage)9.    úspech (success)10. hýbať sa (to move)11. oslavovať (to celebrate)12. oslava pohybu (celebration of movement)13. Pripraviť sa, pozor, štart! (Ready, set, go!)Sentences1.    Každý rok v máji oslavujeme Svetový deň atletiky – sviatok behu, skokov a športu! (Every May, we celebrate World Athletics Day – a celebration of running, jumping and sports! )2.    Atletika spája ľudí na celom svete a pripomína nám, že pohyb je pre každého, nielen pre šampiónov. (Athletics connects people around the world and reminds us that staying active is for everyone, not just champions.)3.    Slovensko má v atletike skvelú tradíciu. (Slovakia has a proud tradition in athletics.)4.    Legendy ako Emil Zátopek, štvornásobný olympijský víťaz s neuveriteľnou výdržou, a Jozef Plachý, rekordér v behoch na stredné trate z Košíc, inšpirujú celé generácie. (Legends like Emil Zátopek, a four-time Olympic champion known for his incredible endurance, and Jozef Plachý, a record-breaking middle-distance runner from Košice, have inspired generations.)5.    Ich tvrdá práca, vášeň a odhodlanie dokazujú, že úspech sa buduje krok za krokom – alebo šprint za šprintom! (Their hard work, passion, and spirit show that success is built step by step — or sprint by sprint!)6.    A tu je moja malá rada: hýbte sa a oslavujte radosť zo športu! (And here's my little advice: get moving and celebrate the joy of sports!)Timestamps00:33 Introduction02:25 About World Athletics Day04:00 Fun fact 106:17 Fun fact 207:55 Fun fact 308:38 Fun fact 410:04 Slovak lesson14:21 Sentences - summary of today's topic15:38 Summary with the English translation17:50 Final thoughtsIf you have any questions, send it to my email hello@bozenasslovak.com. Check my Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bozenasslovak/ where I am posting the pictures of what I am talking about on my podcast. Also, check my website https://www.bozenasslovak.com © All copywrites reserved to Bozena O Hilko LLC

May 2nd, 2025 marked the 30th anniversary of Dežo Ursíny's passing. This radio show looks at the life and work of this Slovak musical legend, filmmaker, and thinker. With the help of his son Jakub Ursiny, poet Ivan Štrpka, film producer Marián Urban and music journalist Marián Jaslovský we explore what made him so special. From his early music to his deep, personal films, Dežo Ursiny's art still speaks to people today and his legacy remains.

Sundays are about Slovak music and listener's letters. This time also edicated to Mother's Day.

Edition No141 | 10-05-2025 - World leaders attending the military parade in Moscow to mark the end of the second world war bring shame on themselves and their countries. This is what Donald Tusk of Poland said, and I completely concur. Shaking hands with, embracing, and even normalising a blood-thirsty tyrant and killer, and one that is actively engaged in a war with genocidal characteristics against its neighbour and former colonial subject is revolting, despicable, morally bankrupt. Tusk says this after Slovak prime minister Robert Fico became the only European Union leader to attend. Orban was perhaps too concerning about the fragile political situation in Hungary, in case once he left the country he couldn't return. And the home for involuntarily retired dictators and Kremlin puppets in Moscow is becoming a little overcrowded at present. “I try not to comment on the decisions and behaviour of leaders of states, especially from our community,” Tusk told a news conference. “But there is no doubt that being at the victory parade in Moscow and applauding President Putin … brings shame to everyone who is there.”----------Links: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cly3807exynohttps://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/05/09/russia-victory-day-putin-ukraine/https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/05/09/russia-ukraine-zelensky-putin-war-latest-news529/https://www.nbcnews.com/world/europe/russia-parade-world-war-ii-putin-china-xi-trade-deal-tariffs-rcna205534https://www.aa.com.tr/en/world/zelenskyy-calls-upcoming-victory-day-parade-in-moscow-parade-of-cynicism-/3560667https://kyivindependent.com/death-regiment-counters-russias-victory-day-celebrations-in-many-protests/https://www.independent.co.uk/news/vladimir-putin-nazi-germany-kremlin-ukraine-russia-b2746910.html----------Your support is massively appreciated! SILICON CURTAIN LIVE EVENTS - FUNDRAISER CAMPAIGN Events in 2025 - Advocacy for a Ukrainian victory with Silicon CurtainNEXT EVENTS - LVIV, KYIV AND ODESA THIS MAY.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrasOur first live events this year in Lviv and Kyiv were a huge success. Now we need to maintain this momentum, and change the tide towards a Ukrainian victory. The Silicon Curtain Roadshow is an ambitious campaign to run a minimum of 12 events in 2025, and potentially many more. We may add more venues to the program, depending on the success of the fundraising campaign. https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrasWe need to scale up our support for Ukraine, and these events are designed to have a major impact. Your support in making it happen is greatly appreciated. All events will be recorded professionally and published for free on the Silicon Curtain channel. Where possible, we will also live-stream events.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extras----------SILICON CURTAIN FILM FUNDRAISERA project to make a documentary film in Ukraine, to raise awareness of Ukraine's struggle and in supporting a team running aid convoys to Ukraine's front-line towns.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extras----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND:Save Ukrainehttps://www.saveukraineua.org/Superhumans - Hospital for war traumashttps://superhumans.com/en/UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukrainehttps://unbroken.org.ua/Come Back Alivehttps://savelife.in.ua/en/Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchenhttps://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraineUNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyyhttps://u24.gov.ua/Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundationhttps://prytulafoundation.orgNGO “Herojam Slava”https://heroiamslava.org/kharpp - Reconstruction project supporting communities in Kharkiv and Przemyślhttps://kharpp.com/NOR DOG Animal Rescuehttps://www.nor-dog.org/home/-----------

Leopold Lahola was an acclaimed Slovak filmmaker who fled Czechoslovakia in 1949. His only collection of short stories, The Last Thing, is unsettling in the extreme situations in which his characters find themselves during the Second World War. A selection of them has recently been published in English translation, secured by Julia and Peter Sherwood. In this interview, Julia also introduces Alfonz Bednár's "Hours and minutes", an iconic piece of Slovak anti-war literature that has also just been published in English translation of David Short. Later on, Veronika Ščepánová is starting a new Slovak language course for foreigners. The programme concludes with some tips on cultural events suitable for English speakers.

Today's episode is about the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from my lecture. You will also learn how to say “Great question“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find some Questions & Answers from my lecture about WW II in Slovakia. Episode notesIn today's episode, I'm talking about the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn a few new words from my lecture. You will also learn how to say “Great question“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find some Questions & Answers from my lecture about WW II in Slovakia. Slovak lesson1.    vojna (war)2.    druhá svetová vojna (World War II)3.    diskriminácia (discrimination)4.    nenávisť (hatred)5.    nespravodlivosť (injustice)6.    náboženstvo (religion)7.    história (history)8.    odboj (resistance)9.    utečenec (refugee)10. mier (peace)11. sloboda (freedom)12. pamiatka (remembrance / memory / momument)13. Skvelá otázka. (Great question.)Questions & Answers (notes)1.    Prečo by vás to malo zaujímať v roku 2025? (Why should you care in 2025?)Skvelá otázka. Neboli ste tam. Bolo to pred 80 rokmi. (Great question. You weren't there. It was 80 years ago.)• Sloboda je krehká. (Freedom is fragile.)• Nenávisť je nebezpečná. (Hate is dangerous.)• História sa opakuje pokiaľ si ju nepamätáme. (History repeats itself unless we remember it.)2.    Čo by sme si mali pamätať? (What should we remember?)Obyčajní ľudia dokážu odvážne veci. (Ordinary people can do brave things.)Mier je niečo, čo si zachovávame, nielen niečo, čo dostávame. Je to práca. Pre každého. (Peace is something we keep, not just something we get. It's a job. For everyone.)Máte hlas. Použite to. Ozvite sa, ak vidíte nespravodlivosť, nenávisť alebo diskrimináciu. (You have a voice. Use it. Speak up if you see injustice, hate, or discrimination.)3.    Aký je teda odkaz pre vašu generáciu? (So, what's the message for your generation?)Buďte láskaví. Buďte zvedaví. Pýtajte sa. Pamätajte na príbehy. (Be kind. Be curious. Ask questions. Remember stories.)Pretože najlepší spôsob, ako si uctiť 80 rokov mieru, je zabezpečiť, aby mier zostal aj naďalej. (Because the best way to honor 80 years of peace is to make sure it stays peaceful.A možno sa niekedy poďakuj svojim prastarým rodičom. Videli veci, ktoré my už nikdy nechceme vidieť. (And maybe tell your great-grandparents thank you sometime. They've seen things we never want to see again.)Timestamps00:34 Introduction to the episode02:30 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War10:22 Slovak lesson15:00 Questions & Answers in Slovak17:19  Questions & Answers with the English translation21:45 Final thoughtsIf you have any questions, send it to my email hello@bozenasslovak.com. Check my Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bozenasslovak/ where I am posting the pictures of what I am talking about on my podcast. Also, check my website https://www.bozenasslovak.com © All copywrites reserved to Bozena O Hilko LLC

In this episode, we will bring you two previously-run interviews with the director of the East Slovak Gallery in Košice Dorota Kenderová and Miroslav Kleban, the curator of Rudolf Dzurko's exhibition titled Only with Me Can You Hear the Grass Grow. We will also revisit the interview with Barbora Botošová, a Romani violinist coming from Slovakia, about her newest record Roshambo and her views on the Slovak music scene.

This week on the show, Sara J. sits down with RoughGauge's May 2025 Featured Artist, Ben Kays.They dive into the guitarists who've shaped his sound, the pros and cons of being a left-handed player, and the rhythm guitarist he turns to for inspiration. Ben opens up about his songwriting process, the emotional and mental role music plays in his life, and what it means to be a well-rounded musician.He shares how his dad influenced his journey into guitar playing and gigging, and reveals the first solo he ever learned. Ben also brings in “The Falcon,” a custom-built guitar by the Slovak company Magic Attic, and tells the story behind its creation.The conversation turns to his band The Textures, their set at SummerCamp Music Festival (the very first festival he ever attended), and the seasonal energy woven through their new album Perennials—out now.And yes, they get into the infamous Jake Blade—why he'll never go back to a traditional whammy bar, and how it adds color to his playing.It's a thoughtful, dynamic, and deeply musical conversation you won't want to miss.Where you can find this week's guest:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetextures.official/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetexturesbandWebiste: https://www.thetexturesband.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thetextures7474You can read his Q&A mentioned in this episode and more here: https://www.roughgaugellc.com/featured-artistsMagic Attic Guitars: https://magicatticguitars.com"How Music Works" - David Byrne: https://amzn.to/44p238FWould you or someone you know like to be a RoughGauge Featured Artist? Send an email to saraj@roughgaugellc.comAll things RoughGauge and Jake Blade: roughgaugellc.com (use my promo code Saraj10 to get 10% off on your order)Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast Episode 228: A Conversation with Austin Davey & Mark Benjamin from RoughGauge LLC: https://droppedamongthiscrowdpod.simplecast.com/episodes/a-conversation-with-austin-davey-mark-benjamin-from-roughgauge-llcFind RoughGauge on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roughgaugellc/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RoughGaugeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RoughGaugeLLCDonate to DATC Media Company: https://datcmediacompany.com/supportGive the gift of Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Datcmediacompany/giftThe DATC Media Podcast Family: https://datcmediacompany.com/podcastsJoin us for "Sunday Evening Jam"! https://www.youtube.com/@dewvre1974Get your early bird tickets for "A Celebration of The Hip for ALS" on October 4th: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-celebration-of-the-hip-for-als-tickets-1137838598879?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3OiQE1P_UgOCfqBQK6pp8HQofDQaOXoVIPqxtgaXltv481zOuDOeDB6Q8_aem_JBfNSyaAXNOGEAt-NZAQoQWant to donate or sponsor "A Celebration of The Hip for ALS" on October 4th? Send an email with the subject "fundraiser" to: tthtop40@gmail.comLet's Collab! https://datcmediacompany.com/collab-opportunties-1Follow DATC Media:https://datcmediacompany.comhttps://www.facebook.com/datcmediahttps://www.instagram.com/datcmediacompany/Follow Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/droppedamongthiscrowdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/droppedamongthiscrowd/Email: droppedamongthiscrowdpod@gmail.comBook a conversation on "Dropped among this Crowd": https://datcmediacompany.com/contact/ola/services/be-on-dropped-among-this-crowd-podcastFollow Sara J:https://www.facebook.com/sara.till41/https://www.instagram.com/sarajachimiak/

Sunday show presenting the winner of the third round of the "Mysterious Slovakia" competition, annoucing the fourth round, and introducing the artists on the Slovak music scene that come from the third largest city in Slovakia, Prešov.

Today we explore the history and symbolism of May 1st in Slovakia, from its socialist-era significance as Labour Day to its roots in international workers' movements.We will also look at traditional Slovak customs such as Maypole-raising, which continue to bring communities together today.

Today's episode is about the traditions of Maypoles in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn the Slovak dative case of neuter nouns in plural. You will also learn how to say “That sounds like a fight.“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue.Episode notesIn today's episode, I'm talking about the traditions of Maypoles in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn the Slovak dative case of neuter nouns in plural. You will also learn how to say “That sounds like a fight.“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue between a grandfather and his grandson about the Maypole tradition in Slovakia.Slovak lesson1.    jablko (apple) – PLURAL: jablká / DATIVE: jablkám2.    múzeum (museum) – múzeá / múzeám3.    srdce ( heart) – srdcia / srdciam4.    nástupište (platform / for a bus or train) nástupištia / nástupištiam5.    pole (field) – polia / poliam6.    stretnutie (meeting) – stretnutia / stretnutiam7.    vysvedčenie (report card) – vysvedčenia / vysvedčeniam8.    umenie (art) – umenia / umeniam9.    dievča (girl) – dievčatá / dievčatám10. dieťa (child) – deti / deťom11. kurča (chicken) – kurčatá / kurčatám12. zviera (animal) – zvieratá / zvieratámSentences:1.    Pridajte trochu cukru k tým jablkám. (Add some sugar to those apples.)2.    Láskavosť susedov sa priblížila k našim srdciam. (The kindness of the neighbors has come close to our hearts.)3.    Víchor sa rýchlo blížil k poliam. (A storm was fast approaching the fields.)4.    Napriek mnohým stretnutiam s odborníkom, Pavol nevie, čo má robiť. (Despite many meetings with the expert, Pavol doesn't know what to do.)5.    Viktor dal zbohom všetkým dievčatám z ulice. (Viktor said goodbye to all the girls on the street.)6.    Nedávajte coca-colu mojím deťom. (Don't give my children Coca-Cola.)7.    Babka nasypala kurčatám trochu zrna. (Grandma sprinkled some grain for the chickens.)8.    Nepribližujte sa k divokým zvieratám! (Don't go near the wild animals!)9.    To znie ako do bitky. (That sounds like a fight.)DIALOGUEVnuk: Dedko, pozri, ľudia stavajú veľký strom uprostred dediny.Dedko: Ach, to je máj! To je tradícia na oslavu jari, lásky a nového života.Vnuk: Ale prečo strom? Nebolo by jednoduchšie dať tam veľký nápis?Dedko: Možno, ale v tom nie je zábava. Dávno mladíci stavali máje pred domami dievčat, do ktorých boli zaľúbení. Ak strom ostal stáť celú noc, znamenalo to veľa šťastia v láske!Vnuk: A keby strom padol?Dedko: Nuž... potom mal chudák chlapec čo vysvetľovať! Niekedy sa  iní chlapci zo žiarlivosti pokúšali ten strom podpíliť. Bola to skutočná súťaž!Vnuk: To znie ako “do bitky”!Timestamps00:36 Introduction to the episode02:33 Tradition of maypoles in Slovakia08:52 Slovak lesson17:47 Short sentences27:07 Dialogue in Slovak29:17 Dialogue with the English translation32:54 Final thoughtsIf you have any questions, send it to my email hello@bozenasslovak.com. Check my Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bozenasslovak/ where I am posting the pictures of what I am talking about on my podcast. Also, check my website https://www.bozenasslovak.com © All copywrites reserved to Bozena O Hilko LLC

This Monday show will commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Centre of Folk Art Production (ÚĽUV) in Slovakia. The discussion will feature Eva Ševčíková, the General Director of ÚĽUV, and Milena Holánová, the Director of the Regional Crafts Center of ÚĽUV in Bratislava. They will share insights on the institute's important role in preserving and promoting Slovak folk art and crafts, as well as its impact on contemporary cultural heritage.

This Monday show will commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Centre of Folk Art Production (ÚĽUV) in Slovakia. The discussion will feature Eva Ševčíková, the General Director of ÚĽUV, and Milena Holánová, the Director of the Regional Crafts Center of ÚĽUV in Bratislava. They will share insights on the institute's important role in preserving and promoting Slovak folk art and crafts, as well as its impact on contemporary cultural heritage.

Sundays are about Slovak music and listener's letters.

2024 Radio_Head winner for Best Experimental Album, Michaela Turcerová, lives in Copenhagen, where she studied at the prestigious Rhythmic Music Conservatory. In this interview, she reveals what lies behind her eagerness to challenge the saxophone. In this week's cultural tips - 1 May events.

With the MLS Trade Deadline just hours away, Tom Bogert joins Stefano Fusaro to break down the biggest moves and murmurings around the league. Noel Buck becomes the latest former Rev to reunite with Bruce Arena in San Jose. Real Salt Lake are closing in on Slovak striker Robert Bozenik—but with Boavista involved, expect twists. And all signs point to Julian Gressel leaving Inter Miami before the clock runs out—where could he land? Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, Serie A, Coppa Italia, EFL, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Argentine Primera División by subscribing Paramount Plus: https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/sportsbooks/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/promos/ For betting on soccer: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/soccer/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

No new episode this week BUT, here's an oldie but goodie all about one of favorite box sets - the 20th Anniversary Edition Slovak Box Set, illustrated by the super talented Adrian Macho!Thanks for Listening to Season 2,  Episode 24 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, and Melanie discuss:News: Erik got a new Box Set! New Vera Bradley Pattern. Exclusive Ollivander Funko!Main Topic: Fourth episode of a 5 part series that examines amazing box sets. This episode features the 20th Anniversary Set of Slovak books!Translation of the Show: FilipinoHosted by:Carly @alltheprettybooks on Instagram  Erik  @knockturnerik on Instagram Melanie @theharrypottercollection on InstagramImages of books that are discussed on this episode will be available on Instagram @dialogueallypodcast, as well as alltheprettybooks.net and theharrypottercollection.comJOIN US ON PATREON!! You can get access to our Discord and our BONUS EPISODES! www.patreon.com/dialoguealleySend Questions and Listener Mail to: Dialoguealleypodcast@gmail.comWe would love to hear from you!Music: Barbershop Cocktails by Alexandra Woodward  https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/vXtBxKe0ON/ Support the show

Today's episode is about the traditions on St. George and St. Marek's days in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn the dative case of the Slovak feminine nouns in plural. You will also learn how to say “That was so much fun!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode is my short dialogue.Episode notesIn today's episode, I'm talking about the traditions on St. George and St. Marek's days in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn the dative case of the Slovak feminine nouns in plural. You will also learn how to say “That was so much fun!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue.Slovak lesson1.    lampa (lamp) – PLURAL lampy / DATIVE lampám2.    kniha (book) – knihy / knihám3.    zastávka (stop, as a bus stop) – zastávky / zastávkam4.    líška (fox) – líšky / líškam5.    stanica (station) – stanice / staniciam6.    pieseň (song) – piesne / piesňam7.    loď (ship) – lode / lodiam8.    lekáreň (pharmacy) – lekárne /lekárňam9.    reportáž (report) – reportáže / reportážam10. vec (thing) – veci / veciamSentences:1.    Antickým lampám sa venovalo veľa pozornosti. (A lot of attention was paid to the antique lamps.)2.    Dali sme starým knihám nové obaly. (We gave old books new covers.)3.    Kôli častým zastávkam, cesta autobusom trvala veľmi dlho. (Because of the frequent stops, the bus journey took a very long time.)4.    Líškam sa páčilo na veľkej lúke. (The foxes liked the big meadow.)5.    Vďaka pekným piesňam, pacienti sa cítili lepšie. (Thanks to the nice songs, the patients felt better.)6.    Malým lodiam netreba veľké motory. (Small boats don't need big engines.)7.    Zajtra zatelefonujem všetkým lekárňam. (I'll call all the pharmacies tomorrow.)8.    Vlado neverí zahraničným reportážam. (Vlado doesn't believe foreign reports.)9.    Polož to k ostatným veciam. (Put that with the other things.)10. To bolo také zábavné! (That was so much fun!) => from my dialogueTimestamps00:34 Introduction to the episode02:28 Avout St. George and St. Marek Day07:31 Slovak lesson14:56 Sentences24:24 Dialogue27:56 Final thoughtsIf you have any questions, send it to my email hello@bozenasslovak.com. Check my Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bozenasslovak/ where I am posting the pictures of what I am talking about on my podcast. Also, check my website https://www.bozenasslovak.com © All copywrites reserved to Bozena O Hilko LLC

Ben Pascoe attended the Start with Children conference (2024) in Bratislava and talks with experts both foreign and Slovak about the importance of thinking about the needs of kids when planning a city.

We all celebrate Easter in Slovakia at the same time, but completely differently, especially when it comes to food. In today's holiday show, we'll talk about traditional Easter cuisine in Slovakia across regions -- the history, symbolism, and religious significance of Slovaks' favorite Easter dishes.

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Today's episode is about the Easter traditions of Kysuce, a region in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn a few new words from my short essay about the Easter traditions in Slovakia. You will also learn how to say “What do you like the most?” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short essay about the Easter traditions of our ancestors.Episode notesIn today's episode, I'm talking about the Easter traditions of Kysuce, a region in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn a few new words from my short essay about the Easter traditions in Slovakia. You will also learn how to say “What do you like the most?” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short essay about the Easter traditions of our ancestors.Slovak lesson1.    tradícia / tradície (tradition / traditions)2.    zvyk / zvyky (custom / customs)3.    prísny pôst (strict fasting)4.    dodržiavať post (observe fasting)5.    mať šťastie (to be lucky)6.    ponáhľať sa (to hurry)7.    veriť (to believe)8.    modliť sa (to pray)9.    hnevať sa (to get angry)10. obliať (to pour over)11. šibať ( to whip)12. Čo sa vám páči najviac? (What do you like the most?)Veľkonočné tradície našich starých rodičovVeľká noc je najväčší kresťanský sviatok. Naši starí rodičia ju slávili nielen v kostole, ale aj doma, rôznymi zvykmi. Dnes vám poviem, ako to vyzeralo kedysi – bez čokoládových vajíčok, bez obchodov plných výzdob, ale s množstvom krásnych tradícií!Pred Veľkou nocou bol štyridsaťdňový pôst. To znamenalo, že ľudia nejedli mäso, ani mastené jedlá, ani sladkosti. Namiesto toho si pochutnávali na zemiakoch, cestovine, kapuste a chlebe...... Jedna z najznámejších jarných tradícií bola vynášanie Moreny ...... Na Zelený štvrtok sa dievčatá skoro ráno ponáhľali k potoku, aby sa v ňom umyli. Verili, že im voda prinesie krásu a zdravie...... Na Veľký piatok bolo všetko pokojné a tiché...... Po vážnych dňoch prišla veselá Veľkonočná nedeľa a pondelok. V nedeľu sa konečne jedlo mäso, maslo a slávnostné koláče. No a v pondelok sa chlapci vybrali za dievčatami s korbáčmi a vedrami studenej vody. Keď bol potok nablízku, chlapci odvliekli dievčatá k potoku a namočili ich do neho. V niektorých regiónoch, ich ešte pošibali korbáčmi. A viete čo? Dievčatá sa nehnevali. Nesmeli sa hnevať, pretože sa verilo, že ak ich nikto nevyšibe, ani neobleje, nebudú pekné a celý rok budú choré. A čo dostali chlapci za túto "službu"? Kraslice alebo písanky, to sú ručne maľované vajíčka, ktoré dievčatá pripravovali celé dni.Tak vidíte, Veľká noc bola kedysi plná krásnych tradícií. Niektoré dodržiavame dodnes, iné sa zmenili. Ale jedno zostáva rovnaké – Veľká noc je čas radosti, rodiny a príchodu jari. Ktorá tradícia sa vám páčila najviac?Timestamps00:33 Introduction to the episode02:28 About the Easter in Kysuce13:40 Slovak lesson18:20 Easter of out ancestors (in Slovak)20:24  Easter of out ancestors (in English)26:12 Final thoughtsIf you have any questions, send it to my email hello@bozenasslovak.com. Check my Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bozenasslovak/ where I am posting the pictures of what I am talking about on my podcast. Also, check my website https://www.bozenasslovak.com © All copywrites reserved to Bozena O Hilko LLC

At the end of March 2025, a performance of ritual grieving known as plačky was held in front of the Slovak National Gallery, organised by artist Zuzana Žabková. Culture tips for foreigners in and beyond Slovakia feature also invitations for Easter themed workshops.

In this episode, we take a closer look at a controversial draft law in Slovakia that would impose new obligations on NGOs—allegedly in the name of transparency. Through expert insights, protest voices, and political reactions, we explore whether the proposal strengthens democracy or undermines it. Featuring interviews with people from Slovak NGOs as well as reasonings of Slovak politicians, the story aims to reveal what's really at stake for civil society in Slovakia today.

Today's episode is about the town of Zvolen in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn the dative case of the Slovak masculine nouns in plural. You will also learn how to say “That's a wise decision “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my legend about the king and the bear. Episode notesIn today's episode, I'm talking about the town of Zvolen in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn the dative case of the Slovak masculine nouns in plural. You will also learn how to say “That's a wise decision “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my legend about the king and the bear. Slovak lesson1.    otec (father) / otcovia / otcom2.    brat (brother) / bratia / bratom3.    syn (son) / synovia / synom4.    učiteľ (teacher) / učitelia / učiteľom5.    priateľ (friend) / priatelia / priateľom6.    ujo (uncle) / ujovia / ujom7.    cyklista (cyclist) / cyklisti / cyklistom8.    hokejista (hockey player) / hokejisti / hokejistom9.    huslista (violinist) / huslisti / huslistom10. pes (dog) / psi / psom11. motýľ (butterfly) / motýle / motýľom12. most (bridge) / mosty / mostom13. vlak (train) / vlaky / vlakom14. dážď (rain) / dážde / dážďom15. kľúč (key) / kľúče / kľúčom16. oheň (fire) / ohne / ohňomShort sentences:1.    Sestra vždy verí svojím bratom. (A sister always trusts her brothers.)2.    Matka povedala synom, aby sa nehádali. (The mother told her sons not to argue.)3.    Emilia sa vybrala na návštevu k priateľom. (Emilia went to visit her friends.)4.    Tráner dáva dobré rady svojím hokejistom. (The coach gives good advice to his hockey players.)5.    Zlodej musel opustiť záhradu kôli štekajúcim psom. (The thief had to leave the garden because of the barking dogs.)6.    Dievčatko sa rozbehlo k motýľom. (The little girl ran to the butterflies.)7.    Chlapček sa chcel dostať k vlakom. (The little boy wanted to get to the trains.)8.    Napriek silným dažďom, farmárovi sa podarilo zachrániť celú úrodu. (Despite heavy rains, the farmer managed to save the entire crop.)9.    Napriek ničivým ohňom sa príroda rýchlo zotavila. (Despite the devastating fires, nature quickly recovered.)10. To je múdre rozhodnutie. (That's a wise decision.)Timestamps00:35 Introduction to the episode02:30 About Zvolen05:38 Fun fact09:30 Slovak lesson21:58 Short sentences29:16 Legend in Slovak31:47 Phrase for today32:07 Final thoughtsIf you have any questions, send it to my email hello@bozenasslovak.com. Check my Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bozenasslovak/ where I am posting the pictures of what I am talking about on my podcast. Also, check my website https://www.bozenasslovak.com © All copywrites reserved to Bozena O Hilko LLC

Weekly news digest + feature on foot-and-mouth disease in Slovakia, talk with American Slovaks in the year dedicated to Slovak ex-pats and music awarded at the 2024 Radio_Head Awards run by public Rádio_FM

On March 12, 2025, the peaceful island of Boracay, known for its crystal-clear waters and stunning beaches, became the setting for a chilling discovery. The body of 23-year-old Slovak tourist Michaela Mickova was found decomposing in an abandoned chapel in Barangay Balabag.Further reports have shown that the victim was also sexually assaulted and died due to blunt-force trauma to the head.Michaela Mickova had traveled to Boracay for a friend's wedding, looking forward to what should have been a joyful and memorable time. But just days before her body was discovered, she had been reported missing. Her sudden disappearance left her friends and family worried, and soon, the case would capture the attention of both local authorities and the international community. As the investigation unfolded, the details surrounding her death took a dark and disturbing turn, shaking not only the island of Boracay but also the world watching from afar.CONNECT WITH US▸ https://linktr.ee/phmurderstoriesHere are links to our social media accounts, case photos, episode notes, and sources!YOUTUBE▸ www.youtube.com/phmurderstories DISCORD SERVER▸ https://bit.ly/3n38Tuh IG CHANNEL▸ https://ig.me/j/AbaOmN2HytgKay0F/ SUPPORT OUR SHOW ON PATREON▸ www.patreon.com/phmurderstories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The stage lights dimmed, the crowd hushed, and the pulse of Slovak music took center stage once again at the Radio_Head Awards 2024. This year's celebration wasn't just about applause and accolades—it was a snapshot of a scene constantly pushing limits. Not just musically, but culturally too. In this story, we'll take you on a journey through the year's most exciting moments.

Today's episode is about the surrounding of Kremnica in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn dative case of the Slovak neuter nouns in the present. You will also learn how to say “It's dangerous!“ in Slovak. Episode notesIn today's episode, I'm talking about the surrounding of Kremnica in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn dative case of the Slovak neuter nouns in the present. You will also learn how to say “It's dangerous!“ in Slovak. Slovak lesson1.    jablko (apple) – DATIVE: jablku2.    Slovensko (Slovakia) - Slovensku3.    múzeum (museum) - múzeu4.    srdce ( heart) - srdcu5.    nástupište (platform / for a bus or train) nástupišťu6.    pole (field) - poľu7.    stretnutie (meeting) - stretnutiu8.    vysvedčenie (report card) - vysvedčeniu9.    opakovanie (repetition) - opakovaniu10. umenie (art) - umeniu11. dievča (girl) - dievčaťu12. dieťa (child) - dieťaťu13. žriebä (foal / baby horse) - žriebäťu14. kurča (chicken) - kurčaťu15. zviera (animal) – zvieraťuSentences:1.    Pridaj trochu škorice k jablku, koláč bude lepšie chutiť. (Add a little cinnamon to the apple, the cake will taste better.)2.    Pomáhame Slovensku rozvíjať cestovný ruch. (We are helping Slovakia develop tourism.)3.    Odvezte ma k múzeu, prosím. (Please take me to the museum.)4.    Vlak sa blíži k nastupišťu. (The train is approaching the platform.)5.    Farmár potrebuje prívod vody k svojmu poľu. (The farmer needs a water supply for his field.)6.    Peter sa tešil stretnutiu so starými kamarátmi. (Peter was looking forward to meeting his old friends.)7.    Učiteľka venovala opakovaniu veľa času. (The teacher spent a lot of time on repetision.)8.    Každý by mal umeniu venovať aspoň trochu pozornosti. (Everyone should pay at least a little attention to art.)9.    Dievčaťu sa zapáčil jej nový bicykel. (The girl liked her new bicycle.)10. Matka podala dieťaťu teplé mlieko. (The mother gave the child warm milk.)11. Chlapec priniesol žriebäťu čerstvé seno. (The boy brought fresh hay to the foal.)12. Nepribližuj sa k tomu zvieraťu. Je nebezpečné. (Don't go near that animal. It's dangerous.)13. Je to nebezpečné. (It's dangerous.)Timestamps00:34 introduction to the episode02:30 Kremnica surroundings09:17 Fun fact12:25 Slovak lesson20:30 Short sentences33:34 Final thoughtsIf you have any questions, send it to my email hello@bozenasslovak.com. Check my Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bozenasslovak/ where I am posting the pictures of what I am talking about on my podcast. Also, check my website https://www.bozenasslovak.com © All copywrites reserved to Bozena O Hilko LLC

On the occasion of the 32nd anniversary of the launch of Slovak Radio's foreign broadcast, we reflect on 2023 with interviews featuring those who initiated it, as well as those who continue to uphold its legacy. Our culture tips invite you to explore libraries and galleries both in Slovakia and beyond.

During the 2025 FEBIO Fest in Bratislava—a film festival that brings together filmmakers and film enthusiasts from the V4 countries, as well as from Ukraine and Austria—we invited Mrs. Ada Solomon, a Romanian producer of numerous films, to the upside-down pyramid building of Slovak Radio in Bratislava for an interview. Next up is Ady Hnát from the metal-core band Etterna based in eastern Slovakia, about their place on the Slovak and international music scene. Etterna received a nomination for the 2024 Radiohead Awards in the category of "Hard and Heavy".

Recent data from Eurostat show that over 14% of Slovak population lives on the poverty line. In this show, we are going to explore the problem of growing poverty in Slovakia. You are also going to hear from experts: sociologist from SAV Zuzana Kusá and trade unionist, activist and analyst Ján Košč from initiative Pracujúca chudoba.

Katarina Gephardt, editor of the compendium "Home and the World in Slovak Writing", presented the method of focusing on historical events - such as the condemnation of Stalin's personality cult, the Prague Spring and the Velvet Revolution - that have shaped the Slovak literary canon. Senior radio editor and producer Tomas Bartonek talks about the "Golden Fond" project, in which public radio is reviving the results of the "hay day" of radio play production in Slovakia. Cultural tips for Febiofest IFF, Moyzes Quartet concert, innovative display of traditional wirework and more.

In this episode, we talk to claire rousay about composing a new soundtrack for Viktor Kubal's 1980 animated film The Bloody Lady and how she approached this unique project. We also explore the life and work of Kubal himself, a pioneer of Slovak animation. Finally, our latest installment of Who Was That? is dedicated to Podjavorinská, a remarkable Slovak writer whose legacy continues to inspire.

The time when universities in Slovakia are almost uniform in one of the few things is approaching -- entrance exams. In today's show, Paťka will guide you through the education system at Slovak universities and provide tips for foreign students who would be interested in studying in Slovakia. You will also learn details from Comenius University in Bratislava and the University of Prešov.

Radio broadcasts during the so-called Slovak State, a Nazi Germany ally established on March 14, 1939, featured both well-known and unsung heroes of the WWII era. The individuals working within this institution saved lives, offered hope, and not only documented history but also helped shape it, as evidenced by the ENCORE! series, which traces the development of public radio. At the end of the show, we provide updates on the situation at the Slovak Arts Council, along with recommendations for cultural events suitable for English speakers both within Slovakia and beyond.

In this episode, we bring you an exclusive interview with Jozef Lupták about this year's Konvergencie Festival, exploring its themes and highlights. We also sit down with Slovak students from Oxford who are making an impact in the public sphere. Finally, our latest installment of Who Was That? delves into the life and legacy of Bjornstjerne Bjornson, the influential Norwegian writer and Nobel laureate.

In this edition of the Slovakia Today programme, we bring you the government plenipotentiary for Roma communities Alexander Daško speaking about the tragic incident that happened in Gelnica, eastern Slovakia. Next is Janette Langová from the Caraffka Gallery in Prešov, eastern Slovakia, about its history and its current mission on the Slovak art scene.

Filip Vagač was a student leader during the Velvet revolution, since then has been a part of different NGOs in Slovakia. At the start of the century, he was working at the Slovak embassy in the USA when Slovakia was attempting to join NATO. Recently he was the Plenipotentiary SR for the development of civil society. Currently he is the program director of the Platform for Democracy. He sat down with Ben Pascoe to discuss the current state of civil society in Slovakia and to look back at the important role civil society has played in Slovak society.

The only Slovak laureate of European Press Prize, Beata Balogova talks about the situation of women investigative journalists in Slovakia. Popular weather forecaster on public TV Nikoleta Hruskova explains that there are more women experts working at Slovak Meteorological Institute than in 1990's when she started her career. Tips for culture for foreigners living in Slovakia.

In this show, we explore the work of the Ukrainian Institute in Bratislava through an insightful interview with its founder, Lyudmila Verbytska. We also take a look at Slovakia from the perspective of Oxford students, gaining fresh insights into the country. Finally, we uncover the story of Slovak writer Timrava.

This week we discussed the thought of one of 20th-century Marxism's socialist opponents, Tomáš Masaryk. Masaryk was reviled by Czech communists until they appropriated him and he was an opponent of capitalism until the champions of capitalism did the same. He was a social democrat with an ethical and Christian-humanist vision of socialism that inspired the Prague Spring but was later coopted by the opponents of the working class and human liberation. A State without Suicidehttps://www.commonwealmagazine.org/state-without-suicide Betts, R. R. “Masaryk's Philosophy of History.” The Slavonic and East European Review 26, no. 66 (1947): 30–43. http://www.jstor.org/stable/4203912.Kohak, Erazim. “T. G. Masaryk's Revision of Marxism.” Journal of the History of Ideas 25, no. 4 (1964): 519–42. https://doi.org/10.2307/2708184. Kovác, Dusan. "World Revolution — Tomás Garrigue Masaryk and Vladimir Ilyich Lenin" Human Affairs 1, no. 1 (1991): 22-29. https://doi.org/10.1515/humaff-1991-010105Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk, and Karel Čapek. Talks with T.G. Masaryk. Catbird Press, 1995.Winters, Stanley B, Robert B Pynsent, and Harry Hanak. T.G. Masaryk (1850-1937).: Thinker and Critic. Palgrave Macmillan , 1989.Send us a textSupport the show

Four TGL matches across two days makes for a great Wednesday episode! Andy and Brendan went live on YouTube following NYGC's blowout victory over Jupiter Links on Tuesday night to discuss the bevy of content coming from the SoFi Dome. Brendan is immediately furious with his beloved team's performance, wondering about timeout management, roster construction, and if Jup Links can ever contend while building around Tiger Woods. Andy unveils his first-ever SGS TGL Power Rankings, leading to an entire segment of disagreement regarding where he put his Ballfrogs. The two recap Monday's P-Day marathon, which was "very fun" and a success story for the league in its first season. Unfortunately, that momentum did not carry over into Tuesday night, but PJ is excited that his NYGC team is in the win column thanks to help from the Mets. The ESPN broadcasts are critiqued and the technology is questioned, but Andy and Brendan both agree that TGL found something good on Monday. In non-screen golf, the field for the Mexico Open is deemed "too good" to play In/Out/Alternate, so hammers are thrown on some fire picks ahead of a week at a bomber's paradise. The Magical Kenya Open is awarded Event of the Week thanks to a field full of notables such as "The DVD Player!" Finally, Patty Tavatanakit is defending her title in Thailand on the LPGA Tour this week. In news, Sun Day Red finds its first non-Tiger athlete and Charlie Woods gets a special exemption.

"His personal details were never known to him, and he could only assume his origins based on a nameplate he had as a child."On 24 June 1955, a Czechoslovakian State Security Patrol detained an unknown man near the Slovak-Polish border. Carrying no identification, the man communicated almost entirely through hand gestures. During interrogation, authorities would discover that he was deaf and mute, although both claims were met with a fair amount of skepticism. A comprehensive, nationwide investigation failed to turn up any sign of his identity.Over the next twenty-six years, through many twists and turns, the man insisted that he was a Czechoslovakian citizen named Karel Novák. While authorities kept him in a constant state of surveillance and harassment, they were unable to determine where he came from...Research, writing, hosting, and production by Micheal WhelanLearn more about this podcast at http://unresolved.meIf you would like to support this podcast, consider heading to https://www.patreon.com/unresolvedpod to become a Patron or ProducerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/unresolved--3266604/support.