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Mark Richardson, drummer of the iconic British band Skunk Anansie, took a few minutes backstage at Paleo Festival to chat to WRS' Katt Cullen. On the recent release of their powerful new album "The Painful Truth" early this year, Mark explained how it had been essential for them to find a producer that would push their boundaries. They found the ri…
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Are budget cuts to international organisations a threat to the status of Geneva as an international city? Vincent Subilia, the Director General of the Geneva Chamber of Commerce, knows the value of international Geneva, not just to the city – but the country as a whole. He’s pushing for assistance from the canton as well as the confederation to ens…
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Football Correspondent Sally Freedman joins Katt Cullen on The Breakfast Show with the latest from the Women’s Euro 2025. Every team has now played at least once, Switzerland is on the brink of the next round, and Norway is the first to secure a quarter-final spot. Plus, why one group’s been dubbed the “group of death.”…
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Learn about the events each week at the United Nations with Margaux Creagh and Katt Cullen. Margaux works within the Press and External Relations Team at the United Nations Information Service in Geneva. She is responsible for drafting press releases for the media, diplomatic representations, non-governmental organizations, and the public, on key m…
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For more than a century, the Swiss National Library has had a statutory mandate for collecting Swiss publications so that they can be available to be read and studied by future generations. But what happens to electronic information? For some time now the National Library, together with Swiss cantonal and special libraries, has begun to electronica…
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The Geneva Gospel Choir are inviting you to sing with them! Over the course of the next few days, they'll be hosting workshops ahead of what Maestro Nehemiah H. Brown describes as a "miracle" performance this Sunday 6 July. As enthusiastic participant Gib Bulloch attests, you do not need to have any religious affiliation, nor regard yourself as a s…
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Chef Jason Howard is on a mission to bring the Caribbean its first-ever Michelin star. As part of our series to find out more about Barbados on the WRS Breakfast Show, we spoke to Jason about the ingredients in Bajan cooking, the food-related events he'll return for year after year and what he'd recommend for anyone discovering Barbados for the fir…
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Our football correspondent Sally Freedman is back with everything you need to know ahead of UEFA Women’s Euro 2025, kicking off this Wednesday 2 July in Switzerland. In this episode, Sally breaks down the tournament groups, highlights the top teams to watch (spoiler: it’s not just the usual suspects), and gives us the latest on ticket sales. Can’t …
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Tempted by turquoise waters and soft sandy beaches? You’re not alone! On today's Breakfast Show, Katt Cullen chats with Tracy Jones, Director for Europe at Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc., to uncover what lies beyond the beaches and palm trees. From culture and cuisine to music, history, and adventure, there’s so much more to Barbados than meets th…
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In this episode, Katt Cullen chats with Tamara from Kids-Zone.ch about the best places to keep cool with kids around Geneva this summer. From floating pools at Les Bains du Jet d’Eau and shady paddling spots like Bois de la Bâtie, to splash zones in Onex, Carouge, and Place des Nations - there’s plenty of family-friendly fun to beat the heat.…
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WRS' Katt Cullen sits down with Damien O'Brien, Founder of The Coffee Foundation - a unique brand that uses coffee as a "Trojan horse" to open up conversations around mental health. This week they'll be at World of Coffee in Palexpo, breaking the stigma around mental health, one conversation over a cup of coffee at a time. Since their last appearan…
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This July 8-11, AI for Good is taking over Palexpo in Geneva for four packed days of innovation, insight, and impact. Organized by the ITU - the UN’s specialized agency for digital technologies - this global summit brings together some of the most cutting-edge applications of artificial intelligence aimed at solving humanity’s biggest challenges. F…
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This episode explores the best summer festivals and cultural events in the Lake Geneva region - all through a kid-friendly lens. From free music in the streets to spectacular fireworks and farm brunches, we highlight family-friendly traditions international families won’t want to miss. Perfect for planning a fun, culturally rich summer with childre…
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Dara Evans, Head of Primary at the British School of Geneva (BSG), joins Katt Cullen in the WRS studio for the Breakfast Show. With over a decade of experience at BSG, Dara shares insights into the school's evolution, the brand new primary half-day programme (launched in April 2025) and highlights the exciting opportunities available to secondary a…
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Les Genevoix is a vibrant gay men's choir based in Geneva, Switzerland, known for its inclusive spirit and diverse musical repertoire. Through performances and community events, the group promotes visibility, acceptance, and celebration of LGBTQ+ identities. Led by a professional conductor, the singers of different levels and backgrounds sing a var…
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Tamara from Kids-Zone.ch joined Katt Cullen live in the WRS studio to talk all about kid-friendly museums in Switzerland. From chocolate-making and castle exploring to Olympic feats and movie magic, Tamara shared her top picks for museums that keep kids entertained - and learning - for hours. She highlighted Maison Cailler in Broc for its delicious…
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The Caves Ouvertes event in Vaud returns this year, offering wine lovers the perfect opportunity to explore the region’s diverse vineyards and cellars. Held over 7 - 8 June 2025, visitors can meet local winemakers, taste a wide variety of wines, and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere that defines Swiss wine culture. With charming countryside settings, …
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May Measure Month is a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness about raised blood pressure, the number one cause of preventable death worldwide. Spend five minutes with Dr Michelle as she explains what the readings mean and why getting your blood pressure checked could be one of the most important steps you take for your health.…
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On Friday 6 June, the Fara Quartet - featuring classically trained musicians from the Conservatoire de Musique de Genève and Trinity College London (now Trinity Laben) will perform at Holy Trinity Church near Cornavin station at 7.30pm. Violist Stephen Winfield, also a local music teacher, tells us about the group and their upcoming performance. Ex…
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This morning on the WRS Breakfast Show, Katt Cullen spoke with Director Duncan Lally and advanced dancer Joanita Kalibala about the upcoming GAOS performance of this bold rock opera. They discussed Duncan’s vision, including the show’s strong symbolism and how it subverts the traditional Bible narrative as told from the perspective of Judas. Joanit…
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To celebrate the launch of the latest Kids-Zone Summer Magazine, Tamara joins Katt Cullen on the Breakfast Show on WRS with top summer camp recommendations for kids across Geneva and Vaud! From professional football camps with InterSoccer and West Ham, to creative workshops at C Si Simple, outdoor adventures with the Young Explorers Club, and optio…
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On this morning's Breakfast Show, Tara Kerpelman Puig from the Geneva Writers’ Group (GWG) talks to WRS' Katt Cullen about the organisation’s mission to support and connect English-language writers in the Geneva area - and beyond. A highlight of the year is the Literary Prize, which celebrates outstanding work in fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. Ta…
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In this podcast, Victoria Newbury, Head of Middle School at Geneva English School, discusses the school’s personalised approach to education. She highlights how the curriculum balances academic rigor with flexibility, allowing students to explore subjects at their own pace and according to their interests. Teachers use formative assessments and col…
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More schools across Switzerland are introducing mobile phone bans during the school day - including the Collège du Léman (CdL), which implemented a no-phone policy for middle school students (ages 11–14) last August, and will soon expand the rule to secondary students in the next school year. On the Breakfast Show this morning, we're joined by Dr. …
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This morning, Angus Macdonald and Jennie Klein from GEDS joined Katt Cullen on the WRS Breakfast Show to talk about their performance of Pygmalion - this week. They shared insights into the wit and social critique of Shaw’s classic, the challenges of mastering accents, and what makes this production unique. Catch their take on Dr Henry Higgins and …
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On the WRS Breakfast Show, Katt Cullen speaks with Swiss-American author Kim Hays about Splintered Justice, the fourth novel in her Polizei Bern crime series. Set in Bern and rich with social insight, the story sees detectives Giuliana Linder and Renzo Donatelli return to investigate two unsettling cases; one involving assisted dying, the other lin…
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Cecilia Campeas from the Ville de Carouge joined us on the WRS Breakfast Show to share the exciting highlights of this year’s Printemps Carougeois. The vibrant cultural festival promises a rich and diverse program including a short-film competition that showcases emerging talent, hands-on creative workshops for all ages, and an array of live perfor…
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Looking for fun, toddler-friendly outings around Geneva and Vaud? In this interview with Tamara from kids-zone.ch, we share our top five activities for kids under 5 - from local toy libraries and softplay centres to mini steam trains and dino adventures. Whether you need indoor options for rainy days or outdoor thrills for sunny weekends, we've got…
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Geneva-based author PJ Murphy’s book 'Six Steps to Salvation' is a sharp, darkly comic tale following disgraced entrepreneur Trent Argent. After some shady dealings with charities in England come to light, Trent finds himself homeless in Geneva and living under the Pont Butin with a group of unpaid interns. Trent vows to redeem himself by aiding no…
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CineGlobe 2025, taking place at CERN from 14-18 May, will offer a vibrant blend of science-inspired cinema, immersive technology, and creative expression under the theme “Interwoven.” The festival will showcase 58 short films; 31 fiction and 27 documentary, selected from over 900 international submissions. Audiences will experience a diverse lineup…
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On the WRS Breakfast Show with Katt Cullen, Ambassador Matthew Wilson, the Permanent Representative of Barbados to the United Nations Office in Geneva, joined the program to discuss his important diplomatic role and Barbados’ presence on the international stage. The conversation explored how Barbados contributes to global dialogue through its missi…
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This Sunday, 11 May, we celebrate Mother's Day, and what better way to show your love than with a beautiful floral bouquet? We caught up with Christelle Millo from Fleuriot to talk about the latest trends in flower arrangements and the seasonal favourites that are making waves this year. Christelle highlights the rising popularity of soft, romantic…
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Arthur Miller’s The Crucible is a gripping drama set during the Salem witch trials of the late 1600s, exploring themes of mass hysteria, integrity, and the dangerous power of accusation. Written as an allegory for McCarthyism in 1950s America, the play remains hauntingly relevant today, as it exposes how fear can unravel communities and distort jus…
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On today’s Breakfast Show, we’re joined by Dr Michelle Wright, host of Health Matters, to discuss menopause and MenoPower — a groundbreaking one-day event in Geneva dedicated to those experiencing menopause. MenoPower creates space for individuals navigating menopause to come together, share stories, gain knowledge, and feel empowered through this …
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In this episode, Katt Cullen chats with Tamara from Kids-Zone.ch on the Breakfast Show about top spots for young science enthusiasts in Geneva and Vaud. They explore the wonders of CERN, a must-visit for curious minds, plus Geneva’s History of Science Museum, perfect for hands-on fun. In Lausanne, the Espace des Inventions offers interactive exhibi…
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