World Radio Switzerland
1,051 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsWRS is the only mainstream English-language radio station in Switzerland.
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Health Matters: Measles in Switzerland (29 May 2019)
May 29, 2019 02:51 - 4 minutesCases of measles are up so far this year in Switzerland with almost an 8-fold increase compared to 2018. Dr Michelle explains reasons why. Check your own measles risk here: http://www.stopmasern-risiko-check.ch/en-us/
McKay Interview: Alain Barbey, regional director SBB/CFF
May 28, 2019 04:44 - 30 minutesSwiss railways are the envy of the world. But to stay successful the network needs continuous development and improvement. Michael McKay talks with the regional director of Swiss Federal Railways for French speaking Switzerland, Alain Barbey, and discusses how the railway is run and its long-term plans.
What's on at the UN? $7m UNICEF appeal for acutely malnourished Afghan children
May 27, 2019 09:58 - 7 minutes - 7.21 MBworldradio.ch/unroundup
Tech Decoded Dark Web 27 May 2019
May 27, 2019 08:47 - 4 minutesWhat can be seen on the internet - and what can't you see? This week on Technology Decoded, Richard Bradley from Deloitte looks at the Dark Web. The vast majority of what we do use is just the tip of the iceberg - there's an ominously hidden bit that only a few of us go to.
Dig It! Chelsea Flower Show (27 May 2019)
May 27, 2019 08:39 - 4 minutesThis year's Chelsea Flower Show was, as ever, sold out, but if you missed it, Hester has some highlights for you. If you want to go next year, the easiest way is to join the RHS, find out how on www.rhs.org.uk and then go as a Member. You can find all the photos from this year as well as tips and suggestions from the designers on the same website. The plants mentioned on today's show are Geum "Mai Tai" - a pretty apricto-flowered geum Geum "Totally Tangerine" a bright orange-flowered geum th...
Swiss Up! - The Hong Kong plague
May 27, 2019 07:12 - 7 minutesSwiss Up! - The Hong Kong plague by WRS
Hang Massive in Switzerland
May 23, 2019 10:40 - 6 minutes - 9.27 MBThe Hang is a swiss instrument, but Hang Massive is made up of British Danny Cudd and Swedish Markus Offbeat. They became YouTube sensations when they uploaded a video of them playing the hang together back in 2011. We spoke to Danny Cudd ahead of their Swiss Tour. See Hang Massive at the Alhambra in Geneva on Friday 24 May and at the Volkshaus in Zurich on Saturday 25 May.
Boutique Theatre Basel's new show: The Last 5 Years
May 21, 2019 11:51 - 7 minutes - 6.58 MBThe Last Five Years is a musical theatre production which explores a relationship between two people - Jamie Wellerstein and Cathy Hiatt. Jamie is an up-and-coming novelist and Cathy is a struggling actress. The show begins with Cathy and is in the present moment - the end of their relationship. Her songs then proceed in reverse chronological order. Jamie's first number details the beginning of their relationship - five years ago. His story continues in chronological order. Their stories do ...
What's on at the UN? - Bees and Snakebites
May 20, 2019 13:52 - 8 minutes - 8 MBWhat's on at the UN? - Bees and Snakebites by WRS
Kings Singers - Acappella in Sion this weekend
May 20, 2019 10:55 - 9 minutes - 12.4 MBLes Riches Heures de Valere festival explores classical and baroque music. The festival takes place in the 11th century Valère basilica in the old town of Sion. There are a series of events organised across March - June and September - November. Somewhat on the contemporary side of this old and baroque programme, lie the King's Singers. They're performing this Sunday 26 May. Here's Eddie, the newest member of the group to tell us a bit more about the group, their style, the audition proc...
Swiss Up! - Guns, Taxes, (& Automobiles)
May 20, 2019 07:02 - 8 minutesSwiss Up! - Guns, Taxes, (& Automobiles) by WRS
Technology Decoded: Nano Tech (20 May 2019)
May 20, 2019 04:24 - 3 minutesTechnology Decoded: Nano Tech (20 May 2019) by WRS
Dig It! Hydrangea macrophylla "So Long Sunny" (20 May 2019)
May 20, 2019 04:22 - 4 minutes - 6.49 MBHydrangeas are among my favourite flowers for the month of May, and Eric Renault of Sapho nurseries in the north of France, was showing a brand new variety, called Hydrangea macrophylla "So Long Sunny" at the Salon du Végétal last year. Unusually for a hydrangea, it flowers after only a year, can be pruned in April and will flower that summer, and will tolerate a sunny position in the garden. It stays compact and so it perfect for pots as well as in borders. If it's as popular as anothe...
Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff
May 17, 2019 10:06 - 7 minutes - 10.8 MBJimmy Cliff talks to WRS about being a legend, a certain fan in Hawaii, stage presence, positivity as a survival tactic and boardgames.
Kids In Mind: Sleep - do screens get in the way? (23 May 2019)
May 16, 2019 12:02 - 5 minutesScreens do affect our sleep - and new research shows the best way to handle screens, especially close to bed time.
Kids In Mind: Sleep - what we know about sleep(16 May 2019)
May 16, 2019 11:59 - 2 minutesWhat happens when we sleep? How does it affect our memories and emotions?
Kids In Mind: Sleep - less sleep for modern people (9 May 2019)
May 16, 2019 11:57 - 4 minutesWe re all sleeping less hours these days - how did people sleep before electric lights and TV? It was a bit different.
Kids In Mind: Sleep - how important is it? (2 May 2019)
May 16, 2019 11:53 - 3 minutesHow important is sleep? Very is the answer, but what exactly happens while we sleep and how has it changed over the past 100 years? Dr Rebecca Webber explains.
Geneva Tennis Open - players to watch out for
May 16, 2019 07:49 - 8 minutes - 7.73 MBSports Reporter Charlie Inglefield talks to Katt Cullen about the upcoming clay court tournament in Eaux-Vives, Geneva: the Banque Eric Sturdza Geneva Open. Expect some incredible tennis, entertaining players and feisty newcomers.
Health Matters: Helping with mental health (16 May 2019)
May 16, 2019 03:23 - 4 minutesIt's mental health awareness week in the UK and beyond, trying to help break down the stigma surrounding mental health. Dr Michelle speaks to Nurse Polly Pupulin about how you can help a person with mental ill health - both in an emergency and less urgent situation. Important numbers in Switzerland: 144/112 for an ambulance; 143 for 'the helping hand'; 147 for Pro Juventute (a helpline for children); 145 for poisoning emergencies. Important numbers in France: 15/112 for an ambulance; 119 f...
Flying Bach: Breakdance, Ballet & Bach
May 15, 2019 09:28 - 8 minutesFlying Bach: Breakdance, Ballet & Bach by WRS
Swiss Up! Measles (15 May 2019)
May 15, 2019 07:12 - 9 minutesAlthough the anti-vaxxer movement is weak in Switzerland, fortunately, there are still some pockets of hold-outs and measles cases are climbing and there's already been two deaths this year.
Walk the Talk: The Health for All Challenge 2019
May 14, 2019 12:58 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MBWalk the Talk: The Health for All Challenge 2019 by WRS
McKay Interview: Lord David Owen (20 May 2019)
May 14, 2019 07:46 - 32 minutesVeteran UK politician Lord David Owen talks to Michael McKay. Lord Owen is a former UK foreign secretary - at the time one of the youngest Foreign Secretaries at 38 years old. In 1983 he caused a political split by forming the Social Democratic Party. He talks to Michael about modern politics and world affair - and of course Brexit, which he supports.
Swiss UP: Looted Artwork Pt1 (14 May 2019)
May 14, 2019 07:15 - 11 minutesDario looks at how museums determine what art works they own legally, and what may have to be returned. It's a costly and time consuming business - but many are trying. In this part, colonial era art work.
What's on at the UN? Walk the Talk: The health for all challenge
May 13, 2019 09:41 - 9 minutes - 9.04 MBImage: Official visit of the Secretary-General Secretary-General Antonio Guterres during Special Session at a World Trade Organization ( WTO ) headquarters in Geneva. 10 May 2019. UN photo/ Jean Marc Ferré
Technology Decoded: Cyber Security (13 May 2019)
May 13, 2019 07:30 - 4 minutesOn this week's Technology Decoded, Richard Bradley from Deloitte examines cyber security - the new ways to protect yourself, what to look out for and proposed new laws to make it safer for all of us.
Swiss Up! Cats! (13 May 2019)
May 13, 2019 06:53 - 8 minutesHere in Switzerland we are a nation of car lovers. There are more cats than people in Zurich! Also we like to make sure our feline friends are able to get home easily with cat ladders.
Dig It! Jardins en Fete (13 May 2019)
May 13, 2019 05:27 - 4 minutesThe largest outdoor garden show in Switzerland, Jardins en Fete, took place this weekend at the Château de Coppet. Among the many plants, accessories, furniture and objets d’art, some beautiful nature-inspired jewellery caught my eye. It’s made by Wiebke Meurer and with butterflies, bees, moths and hydrangeas as her inspiration, the resulting rings, bracelets and necklaces are light and very pretty - perfect for a late Mother’s Day gift or for a treat for you or a favourite gardener. https://...
A Viennese Ball in Geneva
May 10, 2019 13:16 - 8 minutesThis Summer, there will be a Viennese Ball held in Geneva for the very first time. It has been 10 years in the making, but now Brigitte Lüth has the determination to make it happen! We talk about the entertainment, the debutants and the dress code...
Don Mescall jams in the studio
May 10, 2019 13:05 - 10 minutes - 23.8 MBDon Mescall is a singer, songwriter and producer. He's written songs for Sir Cliff Richard, Backstreet Boys, Lonestar, Geri Halliwell & Ronan Keating, amongst others. He tells WRS that he enjoys being alone in the studio and writing is his great passion, although his latest album "Lighthouse Keeper" features a smattering of stars like Stella Parton, Shannon Corr and Paul Brady. He'll perform at the Moulin Rouge in Geneva.
Gadget Guru - Robot Pool Cleaner
May 10, 2019 12:38 - 3 minutes - 5.36 MBI don't know about you, but I don't have much use for one of these. If I had a swimming pool though, I'd probably get one...
Gadget Guru - Laundry Folding Robot
May 10, 2019 12:16 - 4 minutes - 5.73 MBWhat price would you pay to never have to fold laundry ever again? Here's a laundry folding robot...
Gadget Guru - 1TB SD Card
May 10, 2019 12:15 - 5 minutes - 7.18 MBRemember when your hard drive was a big block and had a few GB of storage. There's now a 1TB micro SD card that fits in your phone. But do we really need it? 1TB = how many song tracks / movies / photos? Gadget Guru has the answer...
Gadget Guru - Goodbye Google+
May 10, 2019 07:27 - 4 minutes - 5.5 MBGadget Guru - Goodbye Google+ by WRS
Gadget Guru - The latest iPad
May 10, 2019 07:26 - 4 minutes - 6.08 MBGadget Guru - The latest iPad by WRS
Swiss Up: Locarno Film Festival (10 May 2019)
May 10, 2019 06:58 - 9 minutesContinuing our Ticino theme this week, Dario looks at the Locarno Film Festival, regarded as one of the most important film festivals in the world. Its on this year (2019) between 7-17 August.
Swiss Up! Lega dei Ticinesi (9 May 2019)
May 09, 2019 06:57 - 10 minutesOn today's Swiss Up, Dario looks at the right wing political party, the Lega dei Ticinesi. It's uniqiue in Switzerland as its a local party with a strong voice in government. It also has two seats in the federal parliament. It's anti foreigner, anti-EU and says they stand up for the 'Little Man'. Do they make the trains run on time?
Printemps carougeois cultural festival (9-19 May 2019)
May 08, 2019 12:17 - 19 minutes - 27.2 MBPrintemps carougeois cultural festival (9-19 May 2019) by WRS
Swiss Up! Europe's fastest computer is in Ticino (8 May 2019)
May 08, 2019 07:20 - 9 minutesOn today's Swiss Up, Dario tells us about Europe's fastest supercomputer (and fifth fastest in the world) which is in Lugano and uses lake water to keep it cool!
Health Matters: WHO hearing App (8 May 2019)
May 08, 2019 03:59 - 2 minutesWorried about your hearing? Learn about an innovative App from WHO called "hearWHO" that allows you to do a simple self-screening test using your smartphone and some headphones.
Swiss Up! Building a Utopian society in Ticino (7 May 2019)
May 07, 2019 06:52 - 7 minutesOn today's Swiss Up, Dario looks back at how a group of free thinkers set up a vegetarian, naked and socialistic society in Ticino - and how it has left its mark on all of us to this day.
Swiss Up! How did Ticino become part of Switzerland (6 May 2019)
May 06, 2019 06:58 - 10 minutesOn today's Swiss Up as part of WRS Ticino week, Dario looks at how the southern part of the Alps became part of Switzerland. Unsurprisingly, Napoleon was involved!
Dig It Listener Questions 6 May 2019
May 06, 2019 04:50 - 4 minutesOur listener Sandy wanted to know why her tulips stop flowering after a few years. You can try digging them up after flowering and storing them for the summer, or choose tulips that re-flower reliably every year like the kaufmanniana, greigii or Darwin hybrids. Look out for the Morges tulip bulb sell-off on the 15th of May, 10CHF for the first bag and 5CHF for all subsequent bags, and you can try lots of new varieties. There are dozens of great plant fairs happening in May; Jardins en Fete at...
Tech Decoded: Ecosystems (6 May 2019)
May 03, 2019 10:46 - 4 minutesOn this week's Technology Decoded with Richard Bradley from Deloitte, we look at the meaning of 'Ecosystems' in a tech environment - and how companies may have to reassess their fundamental thinking to solve the world's problems.
Swiss Up! Swiss Weather Prophets (3 May 2019)
May 03, 2019 07:20 - 9 minutesOn today's Swiss Up, Dario looks at the Wetterschmöcker - or Swiss Weather prophets. A group of six older men who predict the weather my chewing moss and talking to mice!