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Poslechněte si podcast: Blood in Bohemia: the killing of Saint Wenceslas and the birth of a legend

The story of Saint Wenceslas is often told as a tale of faith and virtue—but it begins with violence. In Blood in Bohemia, a special series of Czechast, the episode examines what we really know about his death. It is a story where history and legend have been intertwined for more than a thousand years.

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Czechast is a regular RPI podcast about Czech and Moravian culture, history, and economy.

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Blood in Bohemia: a new Czechast series explores the darkest chapters of Czech history

Blood in Bohemia is a special series of Czechast, the podcast in English about all things Czech. In it, Vít Pohanka teams up with BBC correspondent Rob Cameron to revisit some of the most brutal and defining moments in Czech history. Before the series begins, they sit down together to explain what drew them to these stories — and why they still matter today.

Před týdnem 46:26

Alejandro Cruz on life in Prague: a Mexican perspective on culture, identity and belonging

In Czechast, Mexican entrepreneur Alejandro Cruz reflects on his life in Prague and the cultural differences he encountered and what made him start podascting. He speaks about identity, belonging, and the challenges of adapting to a new society. His experience offers a personal insight into what it means to live between cultures.

Před týdnem 06:28

Roma segregation, refugees, and climate: Amnesty flags concerns in Czechia

The latest Amnesty International report points to persistent human rights challenges in Czechia. These include segregation in education, growing pressure on refugee integration, and controversial arms exports. Climate policy, or rather the lack-off it, is also emerging as a key human rights issue.

Před týdnem 15:03

Amnesty’s Martina Nejedlá on Czechia’s human rights record

Amnesty International’s latest annual report on human rights is the focus of this Czechast episode. In the full interview, spokesperson Martina Nejedlá discusses key findings on Czechia, from education and migration to climate policy. The conversation offers a deeper look at the challenges highlighted in the report.

Před 2 týdny 14:11

Hidden star of Prague: discover Obora Hvězda

In this episode of Prague off the Beaten Track, we explore Obora Hvězda, a quiet park in Prague 6 that hides a remarkable story. From its origins as a royal game reserve to the striking Renaissance Letohrádek Hvězda, the site reflects centuries of history, ambition, and transformation. Today, it offers a calm escape — but beneath the surface lies a landscape shaped as much by human design as by nature itself.

Před 2 týdny 25:32

Strong industry, slower decisions: Czechia’s place in NATO readiness ranking

In this special episode of Czechast, we take a closer look at Czechia’s defence readiness in today’s rapidly changing security environment. Our guest is Martin Sklenář, analyst and co-author of a new report by GLOBSEC, a respected Bratislava-based think tank focusing on security, geopolitics, and international affairs across Europe and beyond.

Před 3 týdny 49:39

From Havel's “blbá nálada” to today: Petr Dudek reflects on Czech media, politics, and society

In Czechast, veteran journalist Petr Dudek looks back at the 1990s, a key period in shaping modern Czech society and politics. One of the editors that shapúe current affair programs in Czech Public Radio reflects on how the Czech media landscape and political communication have evolved since then.

Před 3 týdny 11:02

Holešovická tržnice: Prague’s former abattoir turned vibrant market and cultural hub

Holešovická tržnice in Prague’s Holešovice district has undergone a remarkable transformation. What was once a modern slaughterhouse is now a bustling market and cultural hub. Today, it stands as one of Prague’s most intriguing places off the beaten track.

4. duben 2026 45:02

Why international broadcasting still matters: Czechast with Petr Brod on BBC, RFE and RPI

In Czechast, journalist Petr Brod draws on decades of experience at the BBC and Radio Free Europe to reflect on the past and future of international broadcasting. As funding pressures grow and audiences shift online, the role of global media is being redefined. The episode also asks what place remains for Radio Prague International in today’s world.

3. duben 2026 15:33

What Easter really means to Protestants in Czechia

Easter in Czechia is often linked to folk traditions—but what about its spiritual meaning? In this Czechast archive special, Vít Pohanka speaks with Czech Protestant minister Miki Erdinger. Together, they explore faith, doubt, and the place of religion in modern Czech society.