Podcasts about Slovakia

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A re-run of some of the interviews published in the previous years by our colleague Kamila Galjuš.

July is Pride month. Ben Pascoe visited Bratislava duhovy pride and reports from there. He also talked with the organizers of the pride in the family march (Hrdi na rodinu).

July is Pride month. Ben Pascoe visited Bratislava duhovy pride and reports from there. He also talked with the organizers of the pride in the family march (Hrdi na rodinu).

For the second installment of our mini summer series Diaspora on the Airwaves —originally produced by Ingrid Slaninková from RSI's Slovak section — we travel to Luxembourg to meet Peter Balla, a translator and interpreter who's also a former radio professional. Through the local community station Radio ARA, he brings Slovak and Czech music and culture to a diverse audience abroad. We also take a moment to mark World Nature Conservation Day — July 28th — and reflect on our connection with the planet in these times of mounting challenges. And finally, the latest episode of Slovak Sound Check will help you order coffee like a local — whether you take it with sugar, milk, or just a smile.

Sunday with RSI.Window to the world: Calais - Bardejov. Music made in Slovakia.

We take a look back at the week's headlines and some of our best stories from the past week.

We take a look back at the week's headlines and some of our best stories from the past week.

Pohoda, Slovakia's largest multi-genre festival, reached new heights in 2025, with director Mišo Kaščák calling it the best edition yet. The Slovak band Tolstoys recently performed at Glastonbury for the second year in a row. Listen to the interview with Tolstoys about what it takes to get to the top European festivals. Rappers Video Dave, US, and Bene, SK, presented their bilingual rap in Trenčín.

Automotive enthusiasts, buckle up for a three-course journey through the cutting edge of electric vehicles, the rarified world of elite car collections, and the rugged charm of an off-road icon reborn.We start by examining Volvo's latest electric offering—the 2025 EX40 Twin Motor Ultra AWD. Built in Belgium on the framework of last year's XC40, this all-electric crossover brings 402 horsepower and advanced pixel headlight technology to the premium EV segment. However, not everything about modern technology improves the driving experience. The EX40's touchscreen-centric control system requires four separate taps just to power down the vehicle—an unnecessarily complex solution to a problem that never existed. Despite these interface frustrations, the EX40 delivers competitive performance against rivals from Mercedes-Benz, Audi, and Genesis, though at a premium price point starting at $62,045 for the Ultra trim.We then explore automotive passion at its most extreme with a tour of the world's most impressive car collections. From Dmitry Lomakov's Soviet-era treasures in Moscow to Ken Lingenfelter's performance-focused American muscle cars, these collections represent deep dedication to automotive preservation. The Sheikh of Abu Dhabi specializes in off-road vehicles including a massive Mercedes monster truck, while the Sultan of Brunei reigns supreme with approximately 7,000 vehicles valued at $5 billion—including 600 Rolls-Royces, 450 Ferraris, and numerous one-off custom creations that exist nowhere else.Finally, we take the wheel of the 2024 Land Rover Defender, Slovakia's boxy tribute to off-road capability. With its distinctive silhouette and doors that "shut like an old Norge refrigerator," the Defender combines rugged charm with modern luxuries. The mild-hybrid powertrain delivers 395 horsepower and 406 pound-feet of torque, propelling this 5,000-pound fortress with surprising efficiency. While the $81,923 as-tested price positions it against premium competitors like the Lexus GX and Jeep Wagoneer, current import tariffs present challenges for Land Rover's supply chain.Whether you're fascinated by electric innovation, dream car collections, or capable off-roaders, join us for these automotive explorations that showcase the breadth and depth of today's automotive landscape. What would you choose: cutting-edge technology, historical preservation, or go-anywhere capability?Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk!---- ----- Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time? In Wheel Time is now available on Audacy! Just go to Audacy.com/InWheelTime where ever you are.----- -----Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our live multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 10a - 12noonCT simulcasting on Audacy, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com.In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as:Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device.Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates!Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltimehttps://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTimeFor more information about In Wheel Time Car Talk, email us at info@inwheeltime.comTags: In Wheel Time, automotive car talk show, car talk, Live car talk show, In Wheel Time Car Talk

Kate finished her bachelor's in Slovakia before heading to the US as an au pair, spending two years with the same host family near Philadelphia. Now, she's working on her second bachelor's degree in the US while still living with her host family. She cared for four kids aged 6–16 and shares what it was like to build deep bonds with older kids and why she chose to stay in the US. We also dive into the differences between being an au pair and a nanny and what changes when your role shifts while staying with the same family.If you're curious about extending your stay, studying in the US after your au pair year, or life with older host kids, you'll love this episode!

Pohoda, Slovakia's largest multi-genre festival, reached new heights in 2025, with director Mišo Kaščák calling it the best edition yet. The Slovak band Tolstoys recently performed at Glastonbury for the second year in a row. Listen to the interview with Tolstoys about what it takes to get to the top European festivals. Rappers Video Dave, US, and Bene, SK, presented their bilingual rap in Trenčín.

Meryl chats with A.J. Sidransky about his new memoir, Plums, Paprika & Ghosts. It's a chronicle of the trip he took with his 27-year-old-son Jake to Hungary, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic, to discover their family roots. This “life changing” journey provided answers, as well as new questions, about their ancestors' experience there for 300 years, and their fate during The Holocaust. AJ Sidransky is the author of numerous mystery, thriller, and historical fiction books, including Forgiving Maximo Rothman, The Interpreter, and Incident at San Miguel. His newest work, Plums, Paprika & Ghosts, is a memoir about his pilgrimage with his son, Jake, to his grandfather's homeland in Hungary and Slovakia. He lives in Washington Heights, NY with his wife. Website: https://ajsidransky.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ajsidranskybooks/ People of the Book is a copyrighted work of Meryl Ain and Authors on The Air Global Radio Network. Website: merylain.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PeopleOfTheBookWithMerylAin facebook.com/MerylAinAuthor/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/455865462463744 Twitter: @DrMerylAin Instagram: meryl_ain #AuthorsOnTheAir #AuthorsOnTheAirGlobalRadioNetwork #AOTA #AJSidransky #Plums,Paprika&Ghosts #Hungary #Slovakia #AustroHungarianEmpire #Jake #CzechRepublic #TheHolocaust #Memoir #Grandfather #JewishIdentity #HungarianFood #ChickenPaprikash #PersonalResponsibility #Epiphany #FamilyResponsibility #FamilyTies #PeopleoftheBook #MerylAin #TheTakeawayMen #ShadowsWeCarry #RemembeToEat #ShortStories #LetsTalkJewishBooks #JewsLoveToRead

Spanning 770 kilometres from the Dukla Pass in the east to Devín Castle near Bratislava in the west, Slovakia's SNP Trail — Cesta Hrdinov SNP (Path of the Heroes of the Slovak National Uprising) — is more than just a long walk. It is an immersive experience that blends historical depth, physical challenge, and the raw beauty of Slovak landscapes. Whether you are a seasoned hiker or a motivated beginner, the SNP Trail offers a unique opportunity to test your limits and connect with both nature and history. Guest: Peter Kvačkay Host: Oscar Brophy

En esta muy variopinta edición de Mundofonías, viajamos desde el Bósforo hasta el Amazonas, pescando músicas por Gran Bretaña, Países Bajos, Eslovaquia, Bélgica, Corea, Portugal, Brasil y Perú. En nuestras #Mundofonews, presentamos algunos interesantes festivales que tendrán lugar próximamente: World Music Festival Bratislava; Hide & Seek, en Bruselas y Jeonju International Sori Festival, en Corea del Sur. In this very diverse edition of Mundofonías, we travel from the Bosphorus to the Amazon, fishing for music through Great Britain, the Netherlands, Slovakia, Belgium, Korea, Portugal, Brazil and Peru. In our #Mundofonews, we introduce some interesting festivals that will take place soon: World Music Festival Bratislava, Hide & Seek in Brussels, and Jeonju International Sori Festival in South Korea. - Chettini and the Turkish Trio - Mr Mahmoud - Oriental soul - Steven Kamperman - The chase - Prince Achmed - Páni Času - Bogurodzica - Zelené sihote - Anmoor - Dryade - Spire - Piri Band JC Crew - Sing Sing JC - Bonanza - Sofia Leão - Não seria tão triste - Mar - Maria João - Papalaty - Abundância - Sergio Krakowski - Elebara - Boca do tempo - Luca Vaillancourt y Los Pescadores - Cuerda semilla y velo - Cantes transatlánticos - Wayku - Por la Marginal - Selva selva - (Chettini and the Turkish Trio - Bagdad - Oriental soul)

The Bratislava Coronation Days are approaching, bringing with them a rich program and a reenactment of the coronation of King Charles III. Chairwoman of the Bratislava Tourist Board, Nina Erneker, will talk about what visitors can look forward to. What is the historical background of the Bratislava coronations? Historian and Head of the Department of Early Modern History, Diana Duchoňová, will shed light on that.

Meryl chats with A.J. Sidransky about his new memoir, Plums, Paprika & Ghosts. It's a chronicle of the trip he took with his 27-year-old-son Jake to Hungary, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic, to discover their family roots. This “life changing” journey provided answers, as well as new questions, about their ancestors' experience there for 300 years, and their fate during The Holocaust.AJ Sidransky is the author of numerous mystery, thriller, and historical fiction books, including Forgiving Maximo Rothman, The Interpreter, and Incident at San Miguel. His newest work, Plums, Paprika & Ghosts, is a memoir about his pilgrimage with his son, Jake, to his grandfather's homeland in Hungary and Slovakia. He lives in Washington Heights, NY with his wife.Website: ajsidransky.com/Facebook: www.facebook.com/ajsidranskybooks/People of the Book is a copyrighted work of Meryl Ain and Authors on The Air Global Radio Network.Website: merylain.com/www.facebook.com/PeopleOfTheBookWithMerylAinfacebook.com/MerylAinAuthor/www.facebook.com/groups/455865462463744Twitter: @DrMerylAinInstagram: meryl_ain#AuthorsOnTheAir #AuthorsOnTheAirGlobalRadioNetwork #AOTA #AJSidransky #Plums,Paprika&Ghosts #Hungary #Slovakia #AustroHungarianEmpire #Jake #CzechRepublic #TheHolocaust #Memoir #Grandfather #JewishIdentity #HungarianFood #ChickenPaprikash #PersonalResponsibility #Epiphany #FamilyResponsibility #FamilyTies #PeopleoftheBook #MerylAin #TheTakeawayMen #ShadowsWeCarry #RemembeToEat #ShortStories #LetsTalkJewishBooks #JewsLoveToRead

Meryl chats with A.J. Sidransky about his new memoir, Plums, Paprika & Ghosts. It's a chronicle of the trip he took with his 27-year-old-son Jake to Hungary, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic, to discover their family roots. This “life changing” journey provided answers, as well as new questions, about their ancestors' experience there for 300 years, and their fate during The Holocaust. AJ Sidransky is the author of numerous mystery, thriller, and historical fiction books, including Forgiving Maximo Rothman, The Interpreter, and Incident at San Miguel. His newest work, Plums, Paprika & Ghosts, is a memoir about his pilgrimage with his son, Jake, to his grandfather's homeland in Hungary and Slovakia. He lives in Washington Heights, NY with his wife. Website: https://ajsidransky.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ajsidranskybooks/ People of the Book is a copyrighted work of Meryl Ain and Authors on The Air Global Radio Network. Website: merylain.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PeopleOfTheBookWithMerylAin facebook.com/MerylAinAuthor/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/455865462463744 Twitter: @DrMerylAin Instagram: meryl_ain #AuthorsOnTheAir #AuthorsOnTheAirGlobalRadioNetwork #AOTA #AJSidransky #Plums,Paprika&Ghosts #Hungary #Slovakia #AustroHungarianEmpire #Jake #CzechRepublic #TheHolocaust #Memoir #Grandfather #JewishIdentity #HungarianFood #ChickenPaprikash #PersonalResponsibility #Epiphany #FamilyResponsibility #FamilyTies #PeopleoftheBook #MerylAin #TheTakeawayMen #ShadowsWeCarry #RemembeToEat #ShortStories #LetsTalkJewishBooks #JewsLoveToRead

In this episode of Hey Everybody, It's Fr. Edward, I take you along on my recent pilgrimage to the Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine in Oklahoma City. I share how I first came to know his story, my regret in missing his martyrdom site while studying in Guatemala, and what this modern-day priest-martyr teaches us. Along the way, I recount an unsettling moment when I followed a car boldly advertising satanism—and reflect on the emptiness such a path offers. I also tell of a fascinating encounter with a Mormon missionary at the grave of Joseph Smith in Nauvoo, Illinois, and offer a quick look at the little-known Marian apparition of Mount Zvir in Slovakia. Finally, I wrap things up with a fun reflection on how the story of Superman mirrors the mission of Christ. You won't want to miss this spiritual road trip of reflections, encounters, and unexpected grace.

As many tourists and foreign residents have discovered, Slovakia is much more than its charming capital, Bratislava. From villages adorned with mysterious folk symbols to castles perched above deep valleys and trails leading into the rocky heights of Slovakia's many majestic mountains, the country is full of hidden gems. For those curious to explore beyond Slovakia's well-known destinations, we present our travel series called Country Roads. In this second episode, we journey to Muránska Planina National Park in central Slovakia. Here, we uncover the unique flora, fauna, and geology that make this relatively new national park so special. We also delve into the region's fascinating history and culture—once known as “the iron heart of Hungary.” Along the way, you'll get practical travel tips, discover how Slovak literature can enrich your trip, and even learn how feeding a ground squirrel might just make your adventure unforgettable.

Radio International - The Ultimate Eurovision Experience is broadcast from Malta's Radio 105FM on Tuesday evenings from 2100 - 0059 hours CET. The show is broadcast live on Wednesday evenings from 1900 - 2300 hours CET on the Eurovision Radio International Mixcloud Channel as well as on the Facebook Page of Eurovision Radio International with an interactive chatroom.           AT A GLANCE - ON THE SHOW THIS WEEK  Interview with Senhit (San Marino 2011 and 2021) done at Eurovision 2025 in Basel Interview with Marie Claire (Malta Eurovision Song Contest 2025) FanVision Song Contest 2025: Interview with Contest Winner David Schuler  representing OGAE Germany with "Tout l'Univers" (Switzerland 2021) Interview with Loredana Pace (Eurovision 2025 - Malta's biggest Eurovision Fan)  Eurovision Spotlight: Eurovision's Magical Numbers (Vol 2) with Dermot Manning Eurovision News with Javier Leal in for Nick van Lith from www.escXtra.com Eurovision Birthday File with David Mann Eurovision Cover Spot with David Mann Eurovision Calendar with Javier Leal National Final Update for Junior and Eurovision Song Contest with Alain Forrotti  New Music Releases by Eurovision Artists  Your music requests Senhit (San Marino 2011 and 2021) at the Eurovision 2025 Media Centre   Interview with Senhit (San Marino 2011 and 2021):  At the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel Radio International's JP bumped into Senhit while taking the tram in Basel but also had the pleasure to meet Senhit in the Media Centre of the Eurovision Song Contest and conducted a little update interview why she was in town at Eurovision. Senhit represented San Marino twice at the Eurovision Song Contest. In 2011 it was with "Stand By" which failed to qualify San Marino for the Grand Final of Eurovision 2011 reaching number 16 in Semi Final 1. Her second attempt was "Adrenalina" with which Senhit qualified San Marino for the Grand Final of the Eurovision Song Contes 2021 coming 22nd in Rotterdam. Listen to this interview on the show this week.     Marie Claire (Malta Eurovision Song Contest 2025) Interview with Marie Claire (Malta Eurovision Song Contest 2025): On Sat. 08 Feb 2025 Miriana Conte and her song "Kant" (now "Serving") was selected by the jury and Maltese public to represent Malta at the Eurovision Song Contetest 2025 in Basel in May. Miriana successfully placed Malta in the Grand Final of the Eurovision Song Contest ranking 17th at the end of the voting sequence. Earlier on in February 2025, Radio International conducted interviews with all the contestants at the Malta Eurovision Song Contest 2025 and more. This week, Radio International will broadcast an interview with Marie Claire who took part for the first time in the Malta Eurovision Song Contest. The song she competed with in Semi Final 1 is called "Wildflower" which unfortunately did not advance into the Grand Final of the Malta Eurovision Song Contest 2025.  You can watch all the interviews Radio International did at the Malta Eurovision Song Contest 2025  by visiting the Radio International YouTube Channel - or check out our complete coverage of the Malta Eurovision Song Contest - click here.       Eurovision Weekend - FanVision Song Contest 2025:  The Eurovision Weekend 2025 took place in Malta from 11 - 13 July 2025 following the victory of Martina Fennech in FanVision 2024 representing Malta. The FanVision Song Contest is part of the Euroision Weekend, where artists representing different Eurovision Fan Clubs, the OGAEs) performing covers of the Eurovision Song Contest. Artists from 11 Eurovision Fan Clubs from across Europe tooks part in the contest: Austria, Denmark, EC and OGAE Germany,  Italy, Malta, Norway, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia and Switzerland. Over the next few weeks Radio International will broadcast the interviews with the participating artists and their songs.    FanVision 2025 Song Contest Winner:  David Schuler (OGAE Germany)     Congratulations to David Schuler who represented OGAE Germany winning the FanVision Song Contest 2025 with the song  "Tous l'Univers" which was the Swiss Eurovision Song Contest 2021 entry by Gjon's Tears coming third. Listen to the interview we did with the singer before the show but also then the reaction interview after the victory. The results of the contest will appear on the show next week.       Loredana Pace - Malta's Biggest Eurovision Fan (OGAE Malta) Interview with Loredana Pace - Malta's Biggest Eurovision Fan:  If you watched the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 Grand Final you saw a young lady being interviewed  by the hosts during the show as well a video footage was played all across Europe showing Malta's biggest Eurovision fans at their home. Radio International's JP went to Malta for the Eurovision Weekend 2025 and met also Loredana for an interview which you can hear on the show this week. Enjoy the bubbly, lively happy nature of Loredana.      The Eurovision Spotlight: The Eurovision Song Contest 2025 - Eurovision's Magic Numbers:   With  the start of the Summer 2025 the Eurovision Spotlight Team Members decided to continue where the left off last year at the end of summer with Eurovision's Magic Numbers. Enjoy this unique way of featuring the songs of the Eurovision Song Contest on the show. The Irish Master of Speech Dermot Manning will be continuing the series this week.  Eurovision News, New Song Releases, Birthday File, Coverspot, Eurovision Calendar:Also JP will be joined by David Mann for the Eurovision Birthday File and Eurovision Coverspot.  Javier stands in for Nick and will be presenting the Eurovision News courtesy of escXtra.com. There will be a lot of the great new releases of Eurovision artists on the show as well as great Eurovision Classics. Javier will be updating us on the upcoming Eurovision events in the Eurovision Calendar and Alain Forrotti gives us already some updates of the National Finals regarding the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2025 and the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 and and....   For full details of this week's Show Content and Play List - click here 

As many tourists and foreign residents have discovered, Slovakia is much more than its charming capital, Bratislava. From villages adorned with mysterious folk symbols to castles perched above deep valleys and trails leading into the rocky heights of Slovakia's many majestic mountains, the country is full of hidden gems. For those curious to explore beyond Slovakia's well-known destinations, we present our travel series called Country Roads. In this second episode, we journey to Muránska Planina National Park in central Slovakia. Here, we uncover the unique flora, fauna, and geology that make this relatively new national park so special. We also delve into the region's fascinating history and culture—once known as “the iron heart of Hungary.” Along the way, you'll get practical travel tips, discover how Slovak literature can enrich your trip, and even learn how feeding a ground squirrel might just make your adventure unforgettable.

This is the story of a small  Carpatho-Rusyn woman, who became know as Andy Warhol's mother. Ulia Zavacka ( pronounced Zavatski), was one of a very large farming family whose homeland today is in the North Eastern Slovakia. Today the general Rusyn population stretches across what is five European countries, including Ukraine, Slovakia, Romania, Hungary and Poland. Officials say that at the turn of the 20th century, approximately 250,000 Ruthenians, as they were known to US Immigration officials, emigrated to America where they worked in coal mines and steel mills of the northeast. Many settled in the Pittsburg. PA area. Rusyns spoke east slavic dialects that used the Cyrillic alphabet. Elaine and I spoke a lot about the similarities of both women. Julia followed her husband to America eventually having three sons and not speaking much English.  Nancy, Elaine's mother, had a huge advantage and was born in the United States and spoke two languages at a young age. Both women had Carpatho-Rusyn backgrounds. It was a tough time to raise a family especially in the Pittsburgh area yet Andy's father was a good business man and was able to put some money away for Andy  to go to college. Elaine shares stories of her mother moving to New York City at age of thirteen in order to help her family financially as a housekeeper/nanny/servant, as you'll hear Elaine tell the story. By moving to NYC, Nancy met her future husband who has a similar background as she. Keep in mind, that making money to help the family put food on the table was way more important than any kind of education.  Nancy eventually married a coal miner from Pennsylvania and fellow Rusyn which was comforting to her. Both of these families had lingering effects of being immigrants and children of immigrants. Of parents parenting similarly as to how they had been parented.  They had a lot to overcome and it can take decades if not generations to assimilate.Elaine's academic studies where shocking to her parents. They couldn't really understand why she continued with higher education because that was very foreign to both of them.And course, Andy went to what's now known as Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh and completed a Bachelor of Fine Art Degree in 1949.Julia was an artist of her own right. She was very creative especially when she was younger and in her home country. So much of her artistic talent influenced Andy and they worked closely together on projects for many years as she lived in Manhattan with Andy for almost twenty years. Julia was featured in his artistic projects with his coworkers on a regular basis.https://www.warhol.org/andy-warhols-life/ SHLTMM YOUTUBE CHANNEL LINK:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_BmWJpLNvAElaine Rusinko INSTAGRAM: rusinko17 Other Carpatho-Rusyn Related Social Media: FB: Carpatho-Rusyns Everywhere, The Lost Warhols by Karen Bystedt, Carpatho-Rusyn Society, Carpatho-Rusyn Society's Heritage Radio Program, Carpatho-Rusyn Research Center, The Andy Warhol Museum, rusyn.sk/Rusini Slovenska IG: rusinko17, warholfoundation, carpathorusynsociety_, rusynart, carpatho_rusyns_of_pa, thewarholmuseum For more information about Elaine Rusinko and her Book "Andy Warhol's Mother, The Woman Behind the Artist, contact Lesley Rains at "The Pittsburgh University Press Email: LRAINS@upress.pitt.edu  "Should Have Listened To My Mother" is an ongoing conversation about mothers/female role models and the roles they play in our lives. Jackie's guests are open and honest and answer the question, are you who you are today because of, or in spite of, your mother and so much more. You'll be amazed at what the responses are.Gina Kunadian wrote this 5 Star review on Apple Podcast:SHLTMM TESTIMONIAL GINA KUNADIAN JUNE 18, 2024“A Heartfelt and Insightful Exploration of Maternal Love”Jackie Tantillo's “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast is a treasure and it's clear why it's a 2023 People's Choice Podcast Award Nominee. This show delves into the profound impact mother and maternal role models have on our lives through personal stories and reflections.Each episode offers a chance to learn how different individuals have been shaped by their mothers' actions and words. Jackie skillfully guides these conversations, revealing why guests with similar backgrounds have forged different paths.This podcast is a collection of timeless stories that highlight the powerful role of maternal figures in our society. Whether your mother influenced you positively or you thrived despite challenges, this show resonates deeply.I highly recommend “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast for its insightful, heartfelt and enriching content.Gina Kunadian"Should Have Listened To My Mother" would not be possible without the generosity, sincerity and insight from my guests. In 2018/2019, in getting ready to launch my podcast, so many were willing to give their time and share their personal stories of their relationship with their mother, for better or worse and what they learned from that maternal relationship. Some of my guests include Nationally and Internationally recognized authors, Journalists, Columbia University Professors, Health Practitioners, Scientists, Artists, Attorneys, Baritone Singer, Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist, Activists, Freighter Sea Captain, Film Production Manager, Professor of Writing Montclair State University, Attorney and family advocate @CUNY Law; NYC First Responder/NYC Firefighter, Child and Adult Special Needs Activist, Property Manager, Chefs, Self Help Advocates, therapists and so many more talented and insightful women and men.Jackie has worked in the broadcasting industry for over four decades. She has interviewed many fascinating people including musicians, celebrities, authors, activists, entrepreneurs, politicians and more.A big thank you goes to Ricky Soto, NYC based Graphic Designer, who created the logo for "Should Have Listened To My Mother".Check out our website for more background information: https://www.jackietantillo.com/Or more demos of what's to come at https://soundcloud.com/jackie-tantilloLink to website and show notes: https://shltmm.simplecast.com/Or Find SHLTMM Website here: https://shltmm.simplecast.com/Listen wherever you find podcasts: https://www.facebook.com/ShouldHaveListenedToMyMotherhttps://www.facebook.com/jackietantilloInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/shouldhavelistenedtomymother/https://www.instagram.com/jackietantillo7/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-tantillo/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@ShouldHaveListenedToMyMother

Ben Pascoe reports from the 17th Biela Vrana (White Crow) awards which recognize courageous civil actions in Slovakia. (rerun)

We take a look back at the week's headlines and some of our best stories from the past week.

Three and a half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, European Union countries have agreed to slap yet more sanctions on Moscow. Slovakia had been blocking the package over concerns regarding a separate EU proposal phasing out gas imports from Russia. This is the EU's 18th package of sanctions against Russia over its war in Ukraine.Also on the programme: we hear from a British surgeon working in Gaza about what he calls a concerning pattern of injuries in patients being brought to hospital from aid centres; and the North Korean defectors making their debut in a new K-pop boy band.(Photo: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen speaks during a press point on 18th package of sanctions against Russia in Brussels, Belgium, June 10, 2025. Credit: REUTERS/Yves Herman)

Pohoda, Slovakia's largest multi-genre festival, reached new heights in 2025, with director Mišo Kaščák calling it the best edition yet. Iggy Pop delivered an unforgettable show, while Africa Express took the stage not only in solidarity with their fellow musicians from Massive Attack—who couldn't attend this year—but also as a gesture of deep respect for the audience. The legendary Queens of the Stone Age from the U.S. ignited a wild mosh pit, as did local punk powerhouse Fvck_Kvlt from Trnava. Renowned American jazz saxophonist Kamasi Washington and Slovakia's own jazz icon Peter Lipa each received standing ovations for their sets. Other standout live performances included female performers Skye from Morcheeba, Anoushka Shankar as well as Slovak musicians Jana Kirschner, and Katarzia, all of whom captivated the crowd. The Czech band Dukla surprised fans with a duet alongside Ela Tolstova, lead singer of the Slovak band Tolstoys, who recently performed at Glastonbury for the second year in a row. The festival's atmosphere and unforgettable moments were captured over four days in a special report and series of interviews by Martina Greňová Šimkovičová.

In this episode, Chris McCurley is joined by Jordan Arnold, preaching minister at Falls Church Church of Christ in Virginia. Together they explore one of the most foundational and personal questions in faith: Who is God? Drawing from his background in narrative theology and years of ministry both in the U.S. and Slovakia, Jordan offers a rich and thoughtful perspective on God's nature, character, and how we can truly know Him.   Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearchurch_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564673680147 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DearChurch   Website: https://www.rippleoflight.org/ ROL Facebook: http://facebook.com/rippleoflight ROL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rippleoflight ROL YouTube: http://youtube.com/rippleoflight ROL Rumble: http://rumble.com/rippleoflight   Have a question? Email Chris at chris.mccurley@rippleoflight.com.   #WhoIsGod #DearChurchPodcast #JordanArnold #ChrisMcCurley #ChristianPodcast #FallsChurchCOC #NarrativeTheology #KnowingGod #FaithInCulture #HardingUniversity

In this week's episode of The Pioneer Podcast, I speak with Andrej Kolárik of the Ladislav Hanus Institute in Bratislava, Slovakia, about the conservative movement in South Africa and the West. He provided some insight into what communism in Central Europe looked like and the dangers associated with it. We also examine the general state of the West and explore what can be done to preserve Western civilization. The Pioneer Podcast is proudly brought to you by Lex Libertas. If you are interested in the work of Lex Libertas, please visit our website here:https://www.lexlibertas.org.za/

In this edition of the Slovakia Today programme, we continue with the interview with professor Julieta Rotaru, a contract lecturer of Romani and Sanskrit at the National Institute of Oriental Languages and Civilizations (INALCO) in Paris, who attended the annual conference Aktuálny stav rómskych štúdií (Current State of Romani Studies) organised by the State Scientific Library in Prešov, eastern Slovakia. Next up is Roman Čonka, the editor-in-chief of the only Romani print newspaper in Slovakia, about its past, present, and future.

- Chủ trì Hội nghị trực tuyến toàn quốc về kịch bản tăng trưởng, Thủ tướng Phạm Minh Chính đề nghị cả nước đồng lòng, quyết chí, đồng tâm, thống nhất nhận thức và hành động, bảo đảm đạt mục tiêu tăng trưởng từ 8,3 đến 8,5%.- Bộ Giáo dục và Đào tạo công bố điểm thi tốt nghiệp Trung học Phổ thông năm 2025. Các chuyên gia nhận định, phổ điểm phản ánh đúng chất lượng giáo dục, là căn cứ quan trọng để điều chỉnh chiến lược giáo dục quốc gia.- Tổng thống Mỹ Donald Trump xác nhận nước này có thể áp mức thuế chung hơn 10% đối với ít nhất 100 quốc gia chủ yếu ở khu vực châu Phi và Caribe.- Liên minh Châu Âu không thể thông qua gói trừng phạt thứ 18 đối với Nga do Slovakia đề xuất trì hoãn.

VOV1 - Liên minh châu Âu hôm qua đã không thể thông qua gói trừng phạt mới đối với Nga sau khi Slovakia ngăn cản đề xuất này do những quan ngại về an ninh năng lượng.

Ben Pascoe sat down with Slovak-Americans Thomas Skladony, Katarina Skladony and Jan Surotchak to discuss how American Slovaks see Slovakia today. We also discussed the Friends of SLovakia organization, of which Thomas and Jan are board members, what it does and how it brings Slovaks and Americans together.

World news in 7 minutes. Wednesday 16th July 2025.Today: Syria fighting. Israel Lebanon strike. Indonesia survivors. Centenarian runner. US Powell 'stupid'. Peru miners relax. Libya migrant gangs. Ghana cocoa down. Slovakia sanctions block. Ukraine Trump conversations. UK tree sentence. Italy Nazi Pompeii return.SEND7 is supported by our amazing listeners like you.Our supporters get access to the transcripts and vocabulary list written by us every day.Our supporters get access to an English worksheet made by us once per week.Our supporters get access to our weekly news quiz made by us once per week.We give 10% of our profit to Effective Altruism charities. You can become a supporter at send7.org/supportContact us at podcast@send7.org or send an audio message at speakpipe.com/send7Please leave a rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify.We don't use AI! Every word is written and recorded by us!Since 2020, SEND7 (Simple English News Daily in 7 minutes) has been telling the most important world news stories in intermediate English. Every day, listen to the most important stories from every part of the world in slow, clear English. Whether you are an intermediate learner trying to improve your advanced, technical and business English, or if you are a native speaker who just wants to hear a summary of world news as fast as possible, join Stephen Devincenzi and Juliet Martin every morning. Transcripts, vocabulary lists, worksheets and our weekly world news quiz are available for our amazing supporters at send7.org. Simple English News Daily is the perfect way to start your day, by practising your listening skills and understanding complicated daily news in a simple way. It is also highly valuable for IELTS and TOEFL students. Students, teachers, TEFL teachers, and people with English as a second language, tell us that they use SEND7 because they can learn English through hard topics, but simple grammar. We believe that the best way to improve your spoken English is to immerse yourself in real-life content, such as what our podcast provides. SEND7 covers all news including politics, business, natural events and human rights. Whether it is happening in Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas or Oceania, you will hear it on SEND7, and you will understand it.Get your daily news and improve your English listening in the time it takes to make a coffee.For more information visit send7.org/contact or send an email to podcast@send7.org

VOV1 - Ngày 14/7, tại cuộc họp của Hội đồng Nông nghiệp EU, 5 quốc gia trong Liên minh châu Âu (EU) là Ba Lan, Hungary, Slovakia, Bulgaria và Romania đã bày tỏ sự không hài lòng với thỏa thuận mới giữa Ukraine và EU.

In today's episode of Slovakia Today we head to the historic mining town of Banská Štiavnica for the sixth round of our Mysterious Slovakia competition, exploring its underground tunnels, cultural treasures, and poetic legacy. Then, we celebrate a small milestone — the 10th episode of Slovak Sound Check — with reflections, recaps, and a look at how far our learners Sean and Lubna have come on their Slovak language journey.

We take a look back at the week's headlines and some of our best stories from the past week.

The International Criminal Court finds war crimes evidence in Sudan's Darfur region, Donald Trump threatens a 35% tariff on Canadian goods, The U.N. warns that Rohingya refugee services face collapse amid funding crisis, Slovakia blocks EU sanctions on Russia over a gas phase-out, Argentina's senate passes a pension increase despite opposition from Javier Millei, Detained activist Mahmoud Khalil is seeking $20M from the Trump administration, The Pentagon launches a major drone overhaul, A poll suggests that 79% of Americans see immigration as beneficial for the country, The U.N. alleges that US AIDS funding cuts could cause 4 million deaths by 2029, and a robot performs autonomous surgery with a 100% success rate. Sources: www.verity.news

This week's show is sponsored in part by EPIC-MRA Public Opinion Research MIRS News

In the first part of the program, our new colleague Gigi Ann Green discusses AI with Professor Peter Drotár from the Technical University in Košice and Project Manager Viera Bordoy from the Slovak University of Technology. They share insights into the European Summer School on Artificial Intelligence, the state and potential of the AI industry in Slovakia, and what ESSAI means for the country's role in Europe's AI future. Then you will hear an interview with young developer Juraj Kollár, who won a programming competition with his own app at the age of 11. And finally, you will hear another part of our Who Was That series, this time dedicated to Ján Andrej Segner.

As many tourists and foreign residents have discovered, Slovakia is much more than its charming capital, Bratislava. From villages adorned with mysterious folk symbols to castles perched above deep valleys and trails leading into the rocky heights of the Tatras, the country is full of hidden gems. For those curious to explore beyond Slovakia's well-known destinations, we're launching a new travel series called Country Roads. In this first episode, we take you to Trenčianske Teplice, a picturesque village renowned for its healing thermal waters. We'll show you not only the many ways to relax and unwind, but also the wide range of recreational activities—from hiking and biking to historical tours and cultural events. With this guide, you'll have everything you need to plan your next unforgettable trip to discover the wonders of Slovakia.

June 24 marked International Women in Diplomacy Day. To mark the occasion, a public discussion was held at the European Parliament Liaison Office in Bratislava. In this follow-up, we bring you some highlights from that event and speak with both the host and guests about the importance of women's representation in diplomacy and high-ranking positions. Joining the conversation are former Slovak ambassador, State Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs, and twice Permanent Representative of Slovakia to the OECD in Paris – Ingrid Brocková; former ambassador, head of protocol, and director of the press department at the Office of President Michal Kováč in the 1990s – Anna Tureničová; researcher at the Faculty of Social and Economic Sciences at Comenius University – Zuzana Maďarová; and the event's organizers. They share personal stories from diplomatic missions, reflect on how the field has changed, and speak candidly about challenges and progress toward gender equality in society. The new episode of the Slovak Sound Check introducse the conjugation of the verb mať – to have.

Slovakia celebrates the Feast of Saints Cyril and Methodius annually on 5 July. On this occasion, Romana Grajcarová spoke with historian Matej Harvát not only about the two saints themselves, but also about the broader context of missionary work in the Middle Ages.

The UEFA U21 EURO tournament concluded in Bratislava, with the coaches of the German and English teams praising the Slovak organisers at the press conference after their teams' final match. Before the public holiday, Martina took a walk through a forest full of memories of the Great Moravian era. Culture tips for English speakers in and beyond Slovakia.

Over the past three years, Ukraine has not only defended its sovereignty on the battlefield but also worked tirelessly to preserve and promote its cultural identity worldwide. One institution playing a crucial role in this effort is the Ukrainian Institute in Slovakia. Saints Cyril and Methodius are highly revered in Slovakia as national saints and are credited with bringing Christianity and literacy to the Slavic peoples. Their feast day, July 5th, is a public holiday in Slovakia, celebrating their legacy and contribution to Slovak history and culture.

Matt Davies is joined by Henry Winter after he covered England Under-21s European Championship win in Slovakia. We discuss Elliot Anderson in depth after Henry was hugely impressed with the Nottingham Forest midfielder. We also touch on how next season's Premier League will look as clubs start to make transfers. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Ben Pascoe meets Canadian Ambassador to Slovakia, Karen Elizabeth Mollica, to discuss Canada-Slovak relations as well as what it is like for a Canadian in Slovakia Today.

America Out Loud PULSE with Dr. Randall Bock – Hungary's cohesive urban landscape and preserved cultural memory contrast sharply with Slovakia's fragmented recovery, where neglected spaces and social drift reflect deeper post-communist scars. Thermal lakes and public order reveal differing approaches to collective health and identity, illustrating how architecture, history, and social trust shape a nation's resilience and well-being...

Ken Liu's short story, "The Paper Menagerie," is an easy and powerful add to your curriculum. Not only does it explore family relationships, The American Dream, and identity (themes you can easily connect to other texts as you build units), it introduces - briefly, painfully, powerfully - China's Cultural Revolution. I'll admit I've never studied the history of communism in China with much depth until recently. In college, I took a Socialist-Realist literature course that kicked off a life-long interest in how people are influenced by propaganda for me. Later, I lived in Bulgaria after the fall of communism there and my interest only increased as I taught 1984 to students whose families had lived through Communism. I visited Memento Park in Budapest, home to dozens of Communist sculptures and a terrifying video exhibit about the way the government watched its citizens. I visited the Museum of Communism in Prague, which walks visitors through daily life under communism as well as showing its frightening extremes. I moved to Slovakia, where I listened to my son's best friend's father tell me how wonderful aspects of life under Communism had been years before in the very neighborhood where our family was living. Yet despite my interest in learning about Communism and propaganda, it was Ken Liu who first made me pay attention to The Cultural Revolution. When his main character reads a letter from his mother about her life in China before she escaped to The United States as a bride in a catalogue, it woke me up dramatically. None of the other books I'd ever read throughout so many years of studying and then teaching English had ever really explored this huge event in world history. I thought of the story immediately when a teacher wrote in with her request for our new "Plan My Lesson" series, asking for a bridge to help her students prepare to read Red Scarf Girl, A Memoir of the Cultural Revolution. Since then I've dipped into Red Scarf Girl (until I got so sad I had to take a break) and done a deep dive into The New York Times' exploration of The Cultural Revolution, including three particularly striking stories: one in which a small local museum remembering victims of the Cultural Revolution was wrapped in propaganda posters, one featuring memories of folks who were students in China during the Cultural Revolution (like the narrator of Red Scarf Girl), and one about current president of China's Xi Jinping's experience as a middle schooler during the Cultural Revolution. But knowing many classrooms wouldn't have access to The New York Times, I continued into resources on the BBC and Crash Course, the Asian Society and Getty Images, which I eventually built into today's curriculum. Today, I'm going to walk you through a lesson on "The Paper Menagerie" that you can use on its own, or as a transition toward Red Scarf Girl. Our goal is to help students build some understanding of The Cultural Revolution at the same time that they explore related literature. To be honest, I really fell down the rabbit hole on this one, and could easily now spend a month building curriculum around how we know what is true, how propaganda wields influence, the cultural revolution, Ken Liu's short story, and Red Scarf Girl. And because the history surrounding these stories is so painful, and the repercussions so very real in our world, it's hard not to feel a tremendous responsibility for students to explore these questions and texts. But at the moment, we're talking about one short lesson period - probably about 38 minutes of available time. So let's focus on that, starting now. Grab your copy of the agenda and webquest curriculum: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1HSG6g7-a1U_j5y1ceh7jMGA_Q3pJFn-hatKW2aRYolY/copy  Go Further:  Explore alllll the Episodes of The Spark Creativity Teacher Podcast. Grab the free Better Discussions toolkit Join our community, Creative High School English, on Facebook. Come hang out on Instagram. Enjoying the podcast? Please consider sharing it with a friend, snagging a screenshot to share on the ‘gram, or tapping those ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ to help others discover the show. Thank you!