Prague Times episodes
This podcast looks at Prague, in the center of Europe, from a number of perspectives, including what it is now, what is has been and where it's going. It's Prague THEN, Prague NOW, Prague LATER.
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- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittWay back in the earliest history of Bohemia and Moravia, we find some interesting stories.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittSilva JacksonSilva Jackson brings Texas and fine dining idea to a Czech version of American BBQ.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittThe Great Moravian Empire - where it was, what is was and who the major players were. But it was certainly not a time of calm and peace. When you are right in the middle of Europe, everyone wants a piece of your pie.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsNancy BishopDerek DeWittA look at Czech theatre from 1620 up though Havel and the Velvet Revolution, when Czech theatre has its ultimate triumph: a playwright becomes president.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWitt10 legends connected to Prague's Old Town, as a tour you can take in person or from your computer.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittRaymond JohnstonGuest: Raymond Johnston, Journalist. A local expert talks about ghosts in Prague, and it should be no surprise that a city that's over 1000 years old has quite a few of them.
- 2020–Podcast EpisodeDirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittThe Premyslids squabble and fight, and a clear leader for Bohemia emerges.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittKarina KorenblumA Columbian in Prague who works in film decides to start a cafe in the center. And then Covid hits.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittWars, rebellions, blindings, castrations, whole families getting wiped out and lots more fun. It's Game of Thrones without the dragons.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWitt10 more stories form the storied Old Town of Prague, presented as a tour.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittRyan Keating-LambertA look at Czech cinema, the filming of "The Painted Bird", Jan Svankmajer and more.
- 2020–Podcast EpisodeDirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittThe Premyslids go after one another full bore, and then things get really sticky.
- 2020–Podcast EpisodeDirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittRaymond JohnstonCharles IV laid out Prague's New Town to be a replica of Jerusalem, with mixed results.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittDouglas LytleJournalist and author Douglas Lytle shares memories of Prague in the 1990s and the state of news here.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittRaymond Johnston13 more ghost stories from Prague's past.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsRob CameronDerek DeWittBBC correspondent Rob Cameron started a Facebook group for locals in Prague to deal with the pandemic.
- 2020–Podcast EpisodeDirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittDean SelbyLori WyantTwo Prague long-timers start a couple of very successful American restaurants in Prague.
- 2020–Podcast EpisodeDirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittJonathan SteinJournalist Jonathan Stein has seen the news business change in CZ for the past 30 years.
- 2020–Podcast EpisodeDirectorDerek DeWittStarsPeter CollmanDerek DeWittPeter Collman talks about Czech Christmas traditions that seem surprising to outsiders.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittYet more musical chairs around the throne of Bohemia, but it all comes out in the end as yet another king secures long term power. Third time's a charm.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsGiuseppe CantanzaritiDerek DeWittChelsea LondonReal NYC-style bagels in Prague. Yes, it's true.
- 2020–Podcast EpisodeDirectorDerek DeWittStarsJaq BeartDerek DeWittA pet sanctuary in the town of Kadlin run by Jaq Beart, who loves CZ.
- 2020–Podcast EpisodeDirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittBohemia finally has permanent kings, and the next two rulers are ranked among the best all of time. Under Vaclav I and Ottokar II, Bohemia would reach the apex of its power and influence. At least, under the Premyslids
- 2020–Podcast EpisodeDirectorDerek DeWittStarsMaya BershevaDerek DeWittPrague is so crypto - in fact, the most crypto-friendly city in the world.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittOne way to explore Prague culture and history is to hit the historic pubs of the city. But which one is the oldest? Well, it depends on what you mean by "oldest".
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsJulia BryanDerek DeWittDemocrats Abroad makes voting easy for expat Americans. And yes, your vote matters.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittKaren O'RourkePraguers sure love their dogs, and so does Karen O'Rourke. That's why she started DOg Walks Prague and even wrote a book.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittAll about Czech beer - history, types, pours and more.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittIsaac StarobinIsaac Starobin is bringing real American BBQ to Prague.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittThe Czech Republic isn't very big, but it's got more castles and chateaux per square kilometer in the world, some very well-preserved towns and scads of history. Here are 6 of the We also have 14 UNESCO World Heritage sites here.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittTake a tour of 22 works by David Cerny around Prague.
- 2020–Podcast EpisodeDirectorDerek DeWittStarsDavid CernýDerek DeWittWorld-renowned Czech artist David Cerny talks about large-scale architectural projects he has planned here in Prague. Also some other modern buildings in the city, including some that will never get made at all.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsSamuel BeckwithDerek DeWittUFOs in CZ? Yes, indeed, and some offbeat ones at that - tiny ones, sliver men, flaming wheels and more.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittGrant PodelcoPrague long-timer Grant Podelco works for Radio Free Europe, writes bike blogs, rakes photos and much more.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittCamille HuntHunt Kastner Gallery in Prague 3 is a showcase for modern art.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsMark BakerDerek DeWittMark Baker's book Cas promen looks at Prague and CZ from the late 80s through the end of the 1990s.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittCZ is small but dense with history and beauty. We take a look at six more locations to have made it on the UNESCO World Heritage List, this time mainly focusing on Moravia.
- 2020–Podcast EpisodeDirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittThe time of the Premyslids was coming to an end on the throne of Bohemia. Vaclav II puts in good work, but then Vaclav III sort of drops the ball, opening the door for a stepfather, a Habsburg and then the Luxembourgers.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittSure, this country is known for beer, but there's also a thriving wine industry here as well. We'll dive into the history, regions, types and celebrations of Czech viticulture culture.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittMatous PinkavaDon't just throw things out - there are lots of other ways to deal with unwanted items in Prague.
- 2020–Podcast EpisodeDirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittPrague tops a lot of lists because, well, it's a super place. So why not look at some super superlatives in the city? Here are some of the longest and shortest things in Prague.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittPrague is reputedly the most haunted city in Europe. Yet it's not very big, really. So it should not be surprising that there are some areas and streets in town that are heavy with the ghost action.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittGianluca PiniItalian-style cockerel is one of the latest additions to Prague's food scene.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittLuke RyanIrish funnyman living in Prague Luke Ryan talks pub quizzes and stand-up.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittEva MichálkováSexual harassment and violence continue to plague CZ.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittDavid FisherDavid Fisher does theatre but considers himself, at heart, an educator.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittNow it's time to dive in to the spirit world with a look at some of the liquors Czechs like to drink.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittA look at the figures and icons Czechs have decided are worthy of being immortalized on their currency, and by extension we'll learn a little about the story this country tells itself about itself.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittDavid HumphreysMelissa JoulwanThe Strong Sense of Place podcast combines travel and reading.
- DirectorDerek DeWittStarsDerek DeWittDavid HumphreysMelissa JoulwanA look at some books about and set in Prague.