Oscar Brophy chats with walking tour magnate Jakub Hanzel about the best that Bratislava has to offer, along with a light discussion of the long and varied history of Slovakia's capital. Find out more about Discover Bratislava at https://freetourbratislava.com/.

Spectacular Slovakia

Bratislava's best view?

Oscar Brophy teams up with Košice native and comedian Diana Renner to explore the vibrant charm of Slovakia’s second city. From the bustling Hlavná ulica and the grandeur of St Elizabeth’s Cathedral to the gritty punk-rock hideout Colosseum, they delve into the city’s blend of history, culture and underground cool.

A comedian’s guide to getting lost – and fed – in Košice

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Host Oscar Brophy joins Branislav Chrenka of Authentic Slovakia to explore Bratislava's socialist modernist architecture, including landmarks like the Slavín memorial, Petržalka's prefabs and the Slovak Radio's inverted pyramid. Chrenka explains how ideology and immigration shaped the city's bold 1970s–80s designs. The episode also spotlights Authentic Slovakia's offbeat tours. 

Touring socialist Bratislava

Spanning 770 kilometres from the Dukla Pass in the east to Devín Castle near Bratislava in the west, Slovakia’s SNP Trail — Cesta Hrdinov SNP (Path of the Heroes of the Slovak National Uprising) — is more than just a long walk. It is an immersive experience that blends historical depth, physical challenge, and the raw beauty of Slovak landscapes. Whether you are a seasoned hiker or a motivated beginner, the SNP Trail offers a unique opportunity to test your limits and connect with both nature and history. 
 
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SNP Trail: Do you have what it takes?

In this king-sized episode of Spectacular Slovakia, host Oscar Brophy is joined by historian Juraj Poláček to delve into the rich history of Slovakia’s medieval castles – tracing their development from the Bronze Age to the modern era. Poláček explains how early wooden fortifications evolved into stone strongholds following the 13th-century Mongol invasion, with Slovakia’s strategic position demanding increasingly robust defences. Highlights include Trenčín Castle, with its 16th-century bastion, and the ruins of Spiš Castle – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This episode is a must-listen for history enthusiasts and travellers keen to discover these enduring symbols of the nation’s past.

Bratislava and the silence of old walls

Comedians Matúš Toderiška and Marián Psár bring their astronomy podcast Slnečná zostava (Solar Lineup) to Spectacular Slovakia. We talk stargazing, observatories, dark-sky parks, and the humour in exploring the universe. Host: Oscar Brophy. 

Stargazing in Slovakia

Slovakia’s tourism industry faces the challenge of shifting from being a convenient stopover to becoming an intentional destination, and companies like GOAT CE Tours are leading the way by using storytelling and authentic experiences to reshape perceptions and encourage longer, purposeful visits. Host: Oscar Brophy | Guests: Patrik Calovka, Michal Varachovič, and Mitch Leffler. 

Slovakia, on purpose

Oscar Brophy hits the streets of Bratislava-Rača, microphone in hand, capturing the sounds and stories of Vinobranie — the city’s beloved wine festival.

Vinobranie? Wine not!

British writer and lecturer Jonathan Gresty sits down with Oscar Brophy to discuss why he came to Slovakia, what’s kept him here for more than three decades, and what this country has taught him about his native England.

Life in the Slovak Seattle

Wherein Biscuit and Sock discuss the UFO conspiracies that came from an actual disinformation campaign that made it worse.

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https://web.archive.org/web/20051028151318/http://www.martiansgohome.com/smear/v47/ss000615.htm#bennewitz
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1960_U-2_incident

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Episode 16 - Area 51 raid, Paul Bennewitz and the UFO disinformation program

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