In “Bulgaria Today” on Tuesday, 7 January, we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Today the Bulgarian Orthodox Church honours the memory of St John the Baptist, also known as St John the Forerunner, because he prepared people for the coming of the Saviour. The day, known in Bulgaria as Ivanovden, is the name day of Ivan, Ivanka, Ioan, Ioana, Ivo, Iva, etc. and is celebrated throughout the country.
Next on the show: Vasko Vassilev-Bazilio, the distinguished voice of the BNR Mixed Choir, is celebrating 40 amazing years in radio! In an exclusive interview with Vesela Krusteva, Vasko reveals his plans to celebrate the anniversary with a big concert.
And finally in our music slot we’ll hear the song Ivane, Ivane, performed by Bogdana Karadocheva. The choice of our music editor Diliana Tracheva is dedicated to all Bulgarians named Ivan, on todays Ivanovden St. John’s Day.
Hello and welcome to the New Year and to Bulgaria Today – Radio Bulgaria’s podcast for news and music. This is Elizabeth Radkova, and I have the privilege of guiding you through the most important news in the country on Thursday, 2 January. After the..
In “Bulgaria Today” on January 1, 2025, we are to tell you more about the ancient Bulgarian beliefs and rituals associated with the coming of the New Year. We are also celebrating together with the Bulgarians in Moldova and the "Pole, pole"..
In “Bulgaria Today” on the last day of the year, we bring you, first, the latest news stories from this country. Next on the show: 2024 was a success for sport, but there's no reason to be overly enthusiastic. Finally, in our music slot - The..
In “Bulgaria Today” on January 8, we bring you first the latest news from this country. Next on the show, we bring an interview with the last Tsar of..
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