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A regular interview series hosted by Ian Willoughby

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Pavlína Louženská is a trend forecaster, helping banks, startups and other organisations understand likely developments in the coming years – and plan accordingly. When we spoke, the conversation took in the methods Louženská employs to predict the f... more

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Jana Ciglerová is just about to become Czech Radio’s correspondent in Washington. Unusually the journalist is moving there not from Prague but Florida, where she has lived for the best part of a decade and worked for a Czech media outlet. Ahead of th... more

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This week saw the first screening in Prague of the independent movie Wooden Hearts, which stars Vít Hořejš, founder of the Czechoslovak-American Marionette Theatre. The fiction film also features many of the traditional puppets that Hořejš – who left... more

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Devade (Nineties) is the title of a fascinating new book and exhibition looking at architecture in Prague in the first decade after the Velvet Revolution. Among the best known buildings referred to are hotels such as the Hilton and the Don Giovanni, ... more

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Recent Guests

Pavlína Louženská
trend forecaster who helps banks, start-ups and other organizations understand likely developments
Independent consultant, trend forecaster
Episode: From “dark mode” to real-life connection: How Pavlína Louženská reads the future
Jana Ciglerová
New Czech Radio colleague, Washington correspondent nominee
Czech Radio
Episode: New Czech Radio U.S. correspondent Jana Ciglerová on Czech-Americans and MAGA and trading Miami for Washington
Vít Hořejš
Founder of the Czechoslovak-American Marionette Theatre in New York
Czechoslovak-American Marionette Theatre
Episode: Vít Hořejš and Bonnie Stein on their indie movie co-starring 200-year-old Czech marionettes
Bonnie Stein
Producer and co-star in Wooden Hearts
Wooden Hearts project
Episode: Vít Hořejš and Bonnie Stein on their indie movie co-starring 200-year-old Czech marionettes
Jan Bureš
An architect and journalist involved in the book and exhibition 'Devade'
Episode: "In the ‘90s the architecture was much more interesting": Jan Bureš on Prague's post-1989 construction boom
Jitka Exler
A successful puppet designer known for her work on Sesame Street and The Muppet Show, originally from Czechoslovakia.
The Jim Henson Company
Episode: From Charter 77 to Jim Henson’s studio: Jitka Exler’s journey to Sesame Street and The Muppet Show
Darja Stomatová
TV journalist reporting from Ukraine since the invasion
Czech Television
Episode: “You don’t think, you just do”: Reporter Darja Stomatová on four years of covering Ukraine war
Pavel Pasha Talankin
Teacher and protagonist in Mr. Nobody Against Putin
Episode: Radovan Síbrt on Mr. Nobody Against Putin, the Oscar-nominated documentary exposing war propaganda in Russian schools
Bet Orten
Czech photographer known for her focus on the female experience and a shift from fashion photography to personal projects featuring women.
Episode: “I’m interested in the female experience”: Photographer Bet Orten on art, motherhood and moving on from fashion

Host

Ian Willoughby
Host of Prague Talk, Radio Prague International

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Interesting discussions

    Ian hosts a number of interesting personalities, both Czech and people with Czech/Prague connections. The discussions are interesting and engaging. Ian is a good interviewer and the conversation is always lively.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peter Aallen
    United States2 years ago
  • Eda Kriseová

    Amazing woman.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    plus30degrees
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The host builds a lively, thoughtful dialogue with international relevance.
Consistently engaging interviewer who spotlights diverse Czech voices.
Guests often bring rich, personal perspectives that feel authentic.
Listeners praise the mix of culture and current affairs.

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New Czech Radio U.S. correspondent Jana Ciglerová on Czech-Americans and MAGA and trading Miami for Washington
Q: Have you met Trump personally, and what impression did he leave?
Yes, she met him in the White House; he was charming and relatable in person, somewhat different from how he appears on TV, which contributes to his appeal for supporters.
New Czech Radio U.S. correspondent Jana Ciglerová on Czech-Americans and MAGA and trading Miami for Washington
Q: How do you anticipate reporting from Washington will differ from Florida?
DC offers closer proximity to decision-making areas and a more international, cosmopolitan environment with a strong Czech community, though it also presents challenges in covering everyday American perspectives.
New Czech Radio U.S. correspondent Jana Ciglerová on Czech-Americans and MAGA and trading Miami for Washington
Q: Why did you want to make the move from Déníkèn to the radio?
She wanted to embrace a different way of telling stories and to have readers and listeners engage more fully, which Czech Radio supports by sending reporters to real-time events.
Karel Häring on becoming a face of the Premier League for Czech soccer fans
Q: What do you make of the development in England, where now you have these former players like Roy Keane and Jamie Carragher, who if they make a statement, it's bigger news than what the managers say?
Karel reflects on the influence of these pundits, the pressures they create in media, and the impact of former players dominating commentary in football.
Karel Häring on becoming a face of the Premier League for Czech soccer fans
Q: What have been your best experiences of interviewing players, especially in the post-game interviews?
One standout experience was his first interview with Virgil van Dijk, which turned out to be quite chaotic due to lack of preparation, but he found it humorous afterward.

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What is Prague Talk about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program centers on in-depth conversations with guests connected to Czech culture, history, arts, and current affairs, often exploring Prague's evolving landscape, Czech-American perspectives, and cross-cultural exchanges. Episodes frequently blend personal journeys with broader societal themes—architecture, film, puppetry, music, journalism, and historical narratives—delivering insightful context for listeners curious about Central European culture and Prague's global connections. A standout aspect is the wide range of guest backgrounds, from artists and historians to journalists and documentarians, offering both intimate storytelling and expert analysis. Expect thoughtful interviews that illuminate Prague's past and present, with a cl... more

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1. Pavlína Louženská
2. Jana Ciglerová
3. Vít Hořejš
4. Bonnie Stein
5. Jan Bureš
6. Jitka Exler
7. Darja Stomatová
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