Best English National Opera Podcasts (2025)

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A “Stolperstein” laid for Czech writer and journalist Pavel Tigrid 2:56

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In the Prague district of Vinohrady, a “Stolperstein” was laid this week for the late Czech journalist, writer, and former culture minister Pavel Tigrid. The installation was initiated by the German-Czech Future Fund and the unveiling was attended by members of his family.

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Masaryk’s “last words” envelope opened: insights into a nation’s founding president 4:22

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At Lány Chateau, Czech archivists opened a long-sealed envelope thought to hold the final words of Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk. Instead, they discovered reflections written in 1934, when the first president was already gravely ill. The notes revealed Masaryk’s candid views on politics, mortality, and human weakness.…

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Jan Masaryk’s art collection, gifted to the Czech state, comes “home” 2:56

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A painting by Oskar Kokoschka, prints by Václav Hollar, a drawing by Mikoláš Aleš : those and other art works from the estate of former foreign minister Jan Masaryk have been gifted to the Czech state, courtesy of the family of Lumír Soukup, Masaryk’s personal secretary in London. At a ceremony at Černín Palace this week Foreign Minister Jan Lipavs…

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Švanda Theatre’s North American tour to celebrate Salivarová and Škvorecký 3:39

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Prague’s Švanda Theatre has embarked on a tour of the United States and Canada, which will include the English-language premiere of A Girl on a Trampoline, a play inspired by the lives of Zdena Salivarová and Josef Škvorecký, two exceptional novelists and translators who founded the exile publishing house ’68 Publishers. Ruth Fraňková spoke with Da…

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Masaryk’s great-great-grandson Tom Kotík on art, music, and the family legacy 5:19

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Tom Kotík, artist and musician based in New York, is the great-great-grandson of Czechoslovakia’s first president, Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk. He returned to Prague to witness the unveiling on Friday of a sealed envelope believed to contain Masaryk’s last words. In an interview for Radio Prague International, he reflects on his Czech-American identity,…

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Student debate organizer: “If you want young people to believe in politics, they must get involved” 3:12

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Zavolíme! is a unique project that organizes student-led election debates. Created by students, for students, its name loosely translates to ‘We Will Vote’- a fitting reflection of its mission to boost youth voter turnout, promote civic engagement, and connect formal and informal education.

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Prague’s Výtoň Bridge to get new lease on life 3:07

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After drawn-out disputes between the Czech Railway Administration and conservationists over the future of Výtoň Bridge –one of Prague’s iconic landmarks- it has been announced that the bridge will be reconstructed, not replaced. The news has raised a cheer from both heritage experts and the public.

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Czech crown jewels go on display in Prague, highlighting their fate in World War II 3:24

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The Czech crown jewels, including the St. Wenceslas Crown, sceptre, orb, and robes used in the coronation of Czech kings, are on display at Prague Castle. This year’s exhibition designed by the famous London-based architect Eva Jiřičná, highlights their fate during WWII.

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New DroneMap app brings clear rules for drone pilots in Czechia 5:04

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The Czech Air Navigation Services have introduced DroneMap: a new digital tool that helps pilots navigate both air and ground restrictions. The app provides instant information about no-fly zones, required permissions, and areas where rules have been eased. According to the UAV Alliance, it represents a major step toward safer and more accessible d…

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Soňa Červená exhibition at Prague museum marks 100th birthday of legendary opera singer 3:56

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A new exhibition at the Museum of Music in Prague pays tribute to one of the most significant figures of Czech and world music, opera singer Soňa Červená, on the occasion of what would have been her 100th birthday.

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Czech helicopter unit helping to defend Polish airspace against Russian drone incursions 3:25

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Last week’s incursion of Russian drones into Polish territory has put NATO on high alert. Secretary-General Mark Rutte on Friday announced the launch of operation Eastern Sentry to bolster the alliances’ eastern flank and France, Germany and the Czech Republic are sending additional aircraft and troops to help guard Polish airspace.…

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Kutná Hora, Lidka chocolate, and a story of revival 14:31

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Kutná Hora’s Chocolate Museum may well be the smallest museum of its kind in the world. But the story it tells – of Lidka chocolate, its 20th century rise, fall, and later 21st century revival – serves as a very large mirror of modern Czech history.

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Mannerist crystal cup from 1620, Baroque glass and Meissen porcelain among gems to be auctioned online by Arthouse Gallery 5:52

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Arthouse Gallery is preparing to auction over 300 exclusive pieces of historic glass and porcelain. The online auction scheduled for September 24, will give collectors the opportunity to acquire gems from the Baroque Renaissance, Biedermeier and Art Nouveau period. I spoke to gallery co-owner Tomáš Hejtmánek and first asked him to mention some of t…

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Czech leaders voice solidarity with Poland, express readiness to help defend EU borders 3:17

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Czech leaders have strongly condemned Russia’s drone incursion into Polish territory, which they view as clear evidence of Russia’s mounting aggression. At its session on Wednesday, the Czech cabinet expressed solidarity with Poland and readiness to help protect Europe’s borders against further Russian provocations.…

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Ferries on the Vltava have provided centuries of service 3:39

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The ferry lines across the Vltava are a fairly inconspicuous but charming part of the city’s Integrated Transport System. For tourists they offer a glimpse of the city from a different perspective, for local residents quick connections between districts.

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The coopers of Pilsen begin their historic annual barrel-making 2:30

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At Pilsner Brewery, new coopers are initiated with a symbolic slap or a strike on a handcrafted barrel. After three years of training, they join the eight-member cooperage team. The ceremony takes place during the traditional tarring of oak barrels, which disinfects them and helps preserve the beer’s flavor.…

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Saint Ludmila statue, stolen 30 years ago, is back in Czechia 3:16

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After borders opened in the early 1990s, churches in remote parts of Czechia became frequent targets of art-theft. Valuable statues and paintings were stolen, often ending up with resellers or in foreign auction houses. Now, decades later, some of these treasures are making their way back, among them the long-lost Baroque statue of Saint Ludmila, w…

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Luisa Miller Opera Preview 1:00:44

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Join members of the cast and creative team as they discuss ENO’s brand new production of Verdi's Luisa Miller.Opera Preview is one of a number of events available exclusively to ENO Friends.To find out more about Friends events, please visit eno.org/eno-supporters-events.Hosted by Mark Shenton, the panel includes:Barbora Horáková (Director)Alexande…

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ENO 19/20 Madam Butterfly - Pre-performance talk 42:24

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Wednesday 11 MarchRuth Knight (Staff Director)Lesley Downer (Writer and Journalist)Mark Down (Blind Summit Artistic Director)By English National Opera

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SPRING 2016 STAGECAST 12:05

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Our first Stagecast of 2016 is live now! Heart FM and Stagecast presenter Ed James chats to Lee Mead about stepping into Dick Van Dyke’s shoes as Caratacus Potts in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Plus an amazingly impromptu Super Trooper harmony from the Mamma Mia girls, and our Artistic Director and Chief Executive Fiona Allan gives you her top picks at…

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Tune in to the third podcast in our Hippodrome Heritage Series 8:27

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Our Hippodrome Heritage team are currently researching into our rich heritage collating archive material that will be available on digital touch tables in our foyer for you to use later this year.Heart FM's Ed James talks to Hippodrome Heritage volunteer Ivan Heard. Ivan has had the big task of listing every show that has been performed on our stag…

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Backstage with the cast of Aladdin at Birmingham Hippodrome 11:38

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Heart FM's Ed James interviews the lead cast of Aladdin, the UK's best pantomime, backstage at Birmingham Hippodrome. Find out what cinema Lee Mead has visited, what train station Julian Clary likes, and where Matt Slack would like to go and eat. Plus a little bit of panto gossip! #BHpantoBy Birmingham Hippodrome

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Winter 2015 Stagecast 9:59

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Listen to our Winter 2015 Stagecast now! Hear Heart FM’s Ed James talk our future with new CEO Fiona Allan, ugly shoes with panto star Julian Clary, and amazing Abba songs with Mamma Mia Associate Tour Director Steven Paling. PLUS the usual dose of backstage gossip and details on new shows that have just been announced for 2016!…

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Our Chief Executive Fiona Allan chats to Heart FM's Ed James 7:23

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Our new Chief Executive Fiona Allan sits down with Heart Fm's Ed James to chat about her first few months at the head of Birmingham Hippodrome, and her vision for our theatre's future.By Birmingham Hippodrome

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Tune in to the second podcast in our Hippodrome Heritage Series 12:31

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Birmingham Hippodrome is the UK's pantomime home and has been presenting this much loved art form for over 50 years. Ahead of the opening of our pantomime Aladdin produced by Qdos and starring Marti Pellow, Julian Clary, Lee Mead and Matt Slack, Heart FM's Ed James chats to one of our favourite pantomime Dames Nigel Ellacot. Nigel who has starred i…

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Birmingham Blitz 75th anniversary 1:22

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Birmingham Hippodrome is currently producing 2,241 Reasons to Remember - a major art installation by award-winning arts organisation Metro-Boulot-Dodo to commemorate those that lost their lives in the Birmingham Blitz in WW2. Surrounding the installation will be a number of listening booths where members of the public can hear first hand accounts o…

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Birmingham Blitz - 2,241 Reasons to Remember 1:41

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Birmingham Hippodrome is currently producing 2,241 Reasons to Remember - a major art installation by award-winning arts organisation Metro-Boulot-Dodo to commemorate those that lost their lives in the Birmingham Blitz in WW2. Surrounding the installation will be a number of listening booths where members of the public can hear first hand accounts o…

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JOIN US BEHIND THE SCENES AT BIRMINGHAM HIPPODROME HERITAGE DAY 9:14

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In September we flung open our doors and welcomed over 500 people to the theatre. Heritage tours, family activities, memory wall, and memories all made the day really special. Tune into Heart FM's Ed James who joined us for the day.If you have any memorabilia you wish to donate email [email protected] - we'd love to hear from you.…

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Welsh National Opera's I puritani hear Rosa Feola sing 5:00

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I puritani has been receiving outstanding 5* reviews ahead of its performance here on 17 November. Hear Rosa Feola sing one of the arias from the production.I puritani | Bellini - Act II: Vien diletto, è in ciel la lunaBy Birmingham Hippodrome

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Autumn/Winter Stagecast 2015 10:49

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“The most spectacular and lavish panto in all of the country!”, panto favorite Julian Clary is just one of the big stars chatting to Heart FM’s Ed James in our latest Stagecast. Ed also catches up with Annie’s Craig Revel Horwood who is currently spending his days hating children and lusting after men (when he’s in character as Miss Hannigan of cou…

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Summer in Southside 2015 7:32

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Heart FM's Ed James heads to Southside to find out all about FREE family festival Summer in Southside 2015, taking place on 29 & 30 August 2015 #BHoutdoorsBy Birmingham Hippodrome

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Panto Podcast: Jane McDonald 5:45

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We welcome Jane McDonald to the theatre for the very first time ahead of her Panto debut here at Birmingham Hippodrome this Christmas! #brumpantoBy Birmingham Hippodrome

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Podcast with a Principal: Iain Mackay 7:59

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We chat with Birmingham Royal Ballet Principal dancer Iain Mackay about his upcoming role as the Beast in David Bintley's Beauty and the Beast. #BHbrbBy Birmingham Hippodrome

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A “Stolperstein” laid for Czech writer and journalist Pavel Tigrid 2:56

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Masaryk’s “last words” envelope opened: insights into a nation’s founding president 4:22

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Jan Masaryk’s art collection, gifted to the Czech state, comes “home” 2:56

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Švanda Theatre’s North American tour to celebrate Salivarová and Škvorecký 3:39

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Masaryk’s great-great-grandson Tom Kotík on art, music, and the family legacy 5:19

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Student debate organizer: “If you want young people to believe in politics, they must get involved” 3:12

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Prague’s Výtoň Bridge to get new lease on life 3:07

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Czech crown jewels go on display in Prague, highlighting their fate in World War II 3:24

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New DroneMap app brings clear rules for drone pilots in Czechia 5:04

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Soňa Červená exhibition at Prague museum marks 100th birthday of legendary opera singer 3:56

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Czech helicopter unit helping to defend Polish airspace against Russian drone incursions 3:25

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Kutná Hora, Lidka chocolate, and a story of revival 14:31

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Mannerist crystal cup from 1620, Baroque glass and Meissen porcelain among gems to be auctioned online by Arthouse Gallery 5:52

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Czech leaders voice solidarity with Poland, express readiness to help defend EU borders 3:17

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Ferries on the Vltava have provided centuries of service 3:39

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The coopers of Pilsen begin their historic annual barrel-making 2:30

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Saint Ludmila statue, stolen 30 years ago, is back in Czechia 3:16

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Luisa Miller Opera Preview 1:00:44

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ENO 19/20 Madam Butterfly - Pre-performance talk 42:24

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SPRING 2016 STAGECAST 12:05

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Tune in to the third podcast in our Hippodrome Heritage Series 8:27

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Backstage with the cast of Aladdin at Birmingham Hippodrome 11:38

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Winter 2015 Stagecast 9:59

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Our Chief Executive Fiona Allan chats to Heart FM's Ed James 7:23

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Tune in to the second podcast in our Hippodrome Heritage Series 12:31

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Birmingham Blitz 75th anniversary 1:22

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Birmingham Blitz - 2,241 Reasons to Remember 1:41

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JOIN US BEHIND THE SCENES AT BIRMINGHAM HIPPODROME HERITAGE DAY 9:14

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Welsh National Opera's I puritani hear Rosa Feola sing 5:00

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Autumn/Winter Stagecast 2015 10:49

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Summer in Southside 2015 7:32

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Panto Podcast: Jane McDonald 5:45

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Podcast with a Principal: Iain Mackay 7:59