On Thursday, 8 January, Bulgaria Today brings you first the latest news from the country.

Next on the show: Babino horo and other Midwives’ Day traditions – a story by Albena Bezovska.

And finally, in our music slot, pop singer Poli Genova makes an emotional comeback with “My Soul.”

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You can listen to the full version of the podcast available on our website at: https://bnrnews.bg/en/list/podcast-in-english

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on January 7.

We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow.

Next on the show: Over 300 000 Bulgarians celebrate their name day on Ivanovden in Bulgaria.

Next, Bulgarians, business opportunities and the UK’s migration policy.

You can listen to the full version of our podcast on our website at https://bnrnews.bg/en/list/podcast-in-english

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on January 6.

In “Bulgaria Today” we bring you first the latest news from this country.

Next, we tell you more about the history and traditions in a Bulgarian village in Albania.

At the end, in our music slot we focus on today's holiday of Epiphany.

Welcome to the show!

You can listen to the full version of our podcast on our website at: https://bnrnews.bg/en/list/podcast-in-english

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the podcast where Radio Bulgaria brings you the latest news, stories, and music in English.

On Monday, 5 January, we begin with the latest news from Bulgaria.

Next on the show, we explore why Vietnam is fast becoming a favorite destination for Bulgarian travelers—an interview by Yoan Kolev with Dayana Ivanova, a Bulgarian captivated by Vietnamese culture.

And finally, in our music slot, we turn to “A Novel in the Rain,” performed by Orlin Pavlov and Vesela Delcheva.

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You can listen to the full version of the podcast available on our website at: https://bnrnews.bg/en/list/podcast-in-english

Hello and welcome to Bulgaria Today, Radio Bulgaria’s podcast in English, on Friday 2 January.

Today’s festive edition is dedicated to The Day of St. Sylvester.

We’ll also share ideas for a holiday or a relaxing spa break in Bulgaria.

Next, Rayna Mandzhukova, chair of the Agency for Bulgarians Abroad, talks about the agency’s plans for 2026.

And in our Friday Music Special, we revisit the classic “San Sanuvah” (I Dreamed a Dream), a Golden Orpheus-winning song from the 1960s.

I’m Elizabeth Radkova, together with Kostadin Atanasov. Enjoy the show!

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You can listen to the full version of the podcast available on our website at: https://bnrnews.bg/en/list/podcast-in-english

Welcome to this special edition of Bulgaria Today, Radio Bulgaria’s English-language podcast bringing you the latest news and stories about our culture, politics and people. I’m Elizabeth Radkova, and it is my pleasure to host the first episode of 2026.

Here’s what’s coming up this Thursday. As well as marking the start of the new year, 1 January is a particularly significant day for Bulgaria as it joins the eurozone. To mark this momentous occasion, Radio Bulgaria editor Ioan Kolev presents a special interview.

Then, we explore tradition and cuisine as today is Vassiliovden, an important Bulgarian feast day, with Albena Bezovska.

Finally, in our Song of the Day segment, we welcome in 2026 with 'Nova Godina' ('New Year').

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You can listen to the full version of the podcast available on our website at: https://bnrnews.bg/en/list/podcast-in-english

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on December 31.

On the last day of the year, we meet Stela Nedkova who is to tell us about her Bulgarian corner in Brussels — a restaurant offering traditional Bulgarian dishes.

Next, we will immerse ourselves in the magic of the village of Momchilovtsi, which offers rural comfort and spiritual renewal in the heart of the Rhodopes.

Finally, in anticipation of the New Year, we will bid farewell to the passing year with Bulgarian songs traditional for these holidays.

Have an enjoyable listen!

In "Bulgaria Today" on Tuesday, 30 December, we bring you the latest news from across the country.

Next, a Bulgarian village on the verge of entering the Eurozone — yet it has no bus line, no post office, and not even an ATM! A reportage by Zdravka Maslyankova, BNR correspondent in Veliko Tarnovo.

Finally, in our music slot, enjoy “A Different World”, the latest track by Plamen Bonev.

Enjoy the show, and don’t forget to join us for our festive editions on 1 and 2 January!

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You can listen to the full version of the podcast available on our website at: https://bnrnews.bg/en/list/podcast-in-english

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on December 29.

We start with a summary of the leading news stories from Bulgaria and the weather forecast for tomorrow.

Next on the show: EU countries in the Eastern Balkans strengthen their relations in 2025.

Finally, we bring you the song “Govorya Ti Seriozno” (I’m Speaking to You Seriously) performed by Lubo Kirov.

You can listen to the full version of our podcast on our website at https://bnrnews.bg/en/list/podcast-in-english

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on December 26, hosted by Kostadin Atanasov.

On the second day of Christmas, Alexander Markov presents an interview with Pavlina Ilieva, chair of the Future for Tourism Association, who tells us about the trips of Bulgarians during the holidays this year and the new trends in travel.

Next, in Highlights of Bulgarians Musical Culture, we present Dimitar Nenov’s Christmas: The first major Bulgarian work dedicated to Christmas.

You can listen to the full version of our podcast on our website at https://bnrnews.bg/en/list/podcast-in-english