Czech Radio (known natively as Český rozhlas or ČRo) is the public-service radio broadcaster of the Czech Republic. Founded in 1923, it is the oldest national radio broadcaster in continental Europe and the second-oldest on the continent overall, trailing only the British BBC. It is highly regarded for its objective reporting, rich historical archives, and specialized music programming. Key National Stations
The public broadcaster operates 12 nationwide stations alongside 14 regional channels, with major national networks including:
Radiožurnál: The flagship station focusing on ⁄7 rolling news, information, and mainstream music.
Dvojka: A talk and family-oriented program covering human-interest stories, audio dramas, and light entertainment.
Vltava: Dedicated entirely to culture, art, literature, and classical music.
Plus: A spoken-word network prioritizing analytic journalism, political commentary, science, and current affairs.
Radio Wave: An alternative, youth-focused digital station emphasizing indie music and current subcultures. International Broadcasting
For audiences outside the country, Radio Prague International (RPI) serves as the official external branch.
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