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…

We talk to Festival Manager Pati Bendita about what makes yoga at altitude so different. More info available at inspireyogafestival.com.By SwissVille Broadcasting

CinéTransat is a great event run by Happy City Labs designed to bring people together through creative endeavours. It can be entirely free, though you can buy a drink or two from the buvette, or rent a comfortable transat chair for the movie for just CHF 5.- to support the organisation. As always, there are plenty of movies to enjoy for anglophones…

Calling all brave adventurers!! Kids from age 4 and up are invited to take on the challenge of the famous TV show 'Ford Boyard' where different challenges centre around agility, composure, courage and concentration. Fort Boyard entertainment: 16 - 27 July. Host André Bouchet, aka Passe-Partout, will be on-site on Friday 19 July. Kids Factory (addit…

Sally Freedman is a football expert, Senior Sports Communication Manager and a huge fan of the game. She tells us what's happening in the world of football this week on the WRS Breakfast Show.By SwissVille Broadcasting

In part 2 of her mini-series on alcohol, Dr Michelle discusses some practical steps if you’re looking to reduce your intake and some important support resources across Switzerland.By SwissVille Broadcasting

It’s alcohol awareness week in the UK this week so a good opportunity to think about the latest evidence around alcohol and its health effects. Tune in next time for some practical steps if you’re looking to reduce your intake and for some important support resources across the country.By SwissVille Broadcasting

Câlin Doré's co-founder Sarah joined us on the WRS Breakfast Show to talk about the lingerie industry and patented technology that offers daily protection. Wanting something that was robust enough for daily use, but beautiful enough to feel like luxury lingerie, Sarah set out to make the underwear that she couldn't find on the market. Every pair ca…

A Fondness for Truth is the third crime novel in Kim Hays’s Polizei Bern series and is now available in Swiss bookstores. She talks to Katt Cullen on the WRS Breakfast Show about the recent release and some of the characters within the novel. In A Fondness for Truth, Andi Eberhart is knocked down and killed by a hit-and-run driver while cycling hom…

In this week’s Health Matters, Dr Michelle discusses the outdated terms ‘dry drowning’ and ‘secondary drowning’ and gives advice about what to do if a person has run into difficulty in water.By SwissVille Broadcasting

In this week’s Health Matters, Dr Michelle demystifies the topic of sexology with sex therapist Steven Derendinger.By SwissVille Broadcasting

There’s an international shortage of nurses at present and this week the WHO are talking about unethical international nurse recruitment across borders. The International Council of Nurses (ICN)'s CEO Howard Catton joins Katt Cullen on the WRS Breakfast Show to explain the consequences of this unethical and short-sighted practice, as well as how th…

Part 3 of Dr Michelle’s conversation with Dr Carine Karnouk, Counselling & Support Services Manager and Head Psychologist at Cancer Support Switzerland. This time looking at the contimnous task that's needed - fundraising. Find out more: cancersupport.chBy SwissVille Broadcasting

Looking at Miloo bikes, you’ll probably be struck by the chunky tires. But keep looking and you'll soon notice that they're packed with extra features that you don't typically see on an electric road bike. Talking to WRS' Katt Cullen, Co-Founder Anna Bory explains why the mobility industry is so much greater than four wheels versus two. She explain…

Are you on a search for inner peace? Do you want a few minutes a day to escape the rat run of life? At a special session in Geneva on Thursday 20th June you can learn meditation techniques from the master Gurudev. But what can meditation do for you? Mark Butcher spoke to advanced meditation teacher, and head of the Art of Living Switzerland, Marcel…

Part 2 of Dr Michelle’s conversation with Dr Carine Karnouk, Counselling & Support Services Manager and Head Psychologist at Cancer Support Switzerland. This time looking at some of the services they offer for family, loved ones, and other care givers, as well as the availability of online support. Find out more: cancersupport.ch…

Robbie Newton and Léo de Riedmatten are embarking on an exciting running challenge which they're calling "Project 26". They are going to be running 26 kilometres a day for 26 consecutive days, in the 26 cantons of Switzerland — a challenge which has never been done before! They are aiming to raise CHF 26,000.- for Sportegration, an NGO based in Zür…

Anne-Marie Harwood is the Managing Director of Secondary at Haut Lac International Bilingual School. She's also one of the 4 co-founders of the school, which started 31 years ago. As she explained to WRS, all co-founders are still closely involved in the management of the school. Located in St Legier, around 5 minutes above Vevey, the school has cl…

Catch Todd Barry LIVE at the Comedyhaus in Zurich on Thursday 6 June. Tickets are available at ticketcorner.ch Todd Barry has released four one-hour stand-up specials, including his latest special, Domestic Shorthair. He has starred in shows such as The Wrestler, Road Trip, Flight of the Concords, Chappelle's Show, Spin City, and Sex in the City. Y…

Parking across the whole canton of Geneva has got easier with a significant change in how you can pay for spaces online. Mark Butcher spoke to Damien Zuber, who’s the General Manager of the Fondations des Parkings who explains how the new multizone parking app works. You can pay for half or full day parking in Geneva on Multipark.ch – the web app i…

Dr Michelle speaks with Dr Carine Karnouk bringing us the first in a series of podcasts exploring the work of Cancer Support Switzerland. Find out more at cancersupport.ch/By SwissVille Broadcasting

Simon Thompson, Principal of the British School of Geneva joined Mark Butcher in the studio to discuss the value of the UK qualification 'A' Levels. Seen as the gold standard of pre-university qualifications and recognised across the world.By SwissVille Broadcasting

The 5th edition of Walk the Talk - Health for All will take place this Sunday 26 May. Focus will be on the importance of physical activity, mental health, disease prevention, and access to healthcare for all. The event is free, open to participants from all backgrounds, and can be done on foot, running, or in a wheelchair. A multitude of celebrated…

Jane Broere is the Founder of 'Nourishing Minds', the charity that's working with schools in Malawi to feed school children with locally grown maize-based lunches. This Friday they're organising a Ceilidh at the Grand-Saconnex Salle Communalle from 7-11pm (doors open at 6pm), with a live band, food and entertainment. Tickets cost CHF 45.-. Tickets …

Dr Michelle discusses Oral Allergy Syndrome and its relationship to other conditions caused by plant allergies, including hay fever.By SwissVille Broadcasting

GAOS will present rock-musical RENT this 23-26 May 2024 at Théâtre de Marens in Nyon. RENT ran for 12 years on Broadway, telling the tale of a group of young artists in the East Village of New York City. There are themes of falling in love, finding a voice, growing a community and living for today. The musical is a pop cultural phenomenon with song…

17 year old James Adalla is a pianist at the musical school of Jaques-Dalcroze and a high-school student at Collège Elilie-Gourd in Geneva. He's currently leading the second edition of his charity project "Gift of Smile Through Music". Born with a cleft lip and palate himself, James' initiative aims to finance surgical operations for other children…

Nicolas Debluë from Domaine Debluë in Founex joins us on the Breakfast Show to talk about Swiss wines, the recent weather and its effects on crops, and what they're planning for this weekend's event. Caves Ouvertes costs just CHF 40.- to access and taste wines at over 200 vineyards across Vaud this weekend, including a wine glass, a CHF 20.- off vo…

The 13th edition of CineGlobe will take place 15-19 May at The CERN Science Gateway and CERN IdeaSquare. Organiser Alex Brown joins us to tell us more...By SwissVille Broadcasting

Some important changes from the Federal Office of Public Health this month concerning vaccination against tick-borne encephalitis: vaccination is now recommended in Geneva canton, and also for children from the age of 3. Dr Michelle explains more.By SwissVille Broadcasting

One of Scotland’s musical institutions: touring all over Britain and abroad. The Follies are a full evening's entertainment, on an original theme each year, drinks before Act 1, 35 minutes of live and original singing (no microphones) , then an hour for dinner, then Act 2, 50 more minutes of song and pleasure followed by coffee and pudding wine. Fo…

Emily Boyle is an activist for Swiss Youth For Climate and was documenting the workings of the latest COP28 meeting in Dubai. She's made a film - Hearing No Ojections - which follows youth activists at the conference. It's being screened in Geneva on May 15. It's hoped the film will soon be screened at festivals. Emily would really appreciate your …

Ambulance costs in Switzerland – have you got them covered? That’s the topic up for discussion with Dr Michelle in this week’s Health Matters.By SwissVille Broadcasting

The latest production from the Lausanne based the Village Players is the classic Tennessee Williams play, The Glass Menagerie. Mark Butcher spoke to the director Hannah Sellers about the play. It's on at the Centre Pluriculturel et Social d'Ouchy, May 16-19 Full details: villageplayers.chBy SwissVille Broadcasting

Carouge has been marking the begining of spring with events and shows for the last 50 years - and this year is no exception. Mark Butcher spoke to Cecilia Campeas from the Ville de Carouge about some of the highlights. The theme this year is 'secrets'. All the details are on www.printemps-carougeois.ch…

GEDS will be going to the Festival of European Anglophone Theatrical Societies (FEATS) in Antwerp with two plays this year; one play is about two inept criminals planning a heist that goes terribly wrong, the other is about three couples at different stages of their relationship on the day before St Valentine’s Day. Before they head off to FEATS, t…

Youness Yaghcha from LIME - Lab for Innovative Minds & Entrepreneurship - explains how he works with entrepreneurs to build their businesses and save time and money in their start-up journey. He explains the importance of working with the right people, finding funding and testing the product in the market.…

Screening for colorectal cancer is recommended for anyone over the age of 50 in Switzerland. Dr Michelle explains the screening options, how to find out if your Canton runs a screening programme, and what to do if they don’t. Visit swisscancerscreening to find out more.By SwissVille Broadcasting

Club President David Underhill and club member Sandra Clayton join us in the WRS studio to talk about the club, the facilities, and how they welcome all ages with any level of experience to come and play a game or two. The Club's facilities are located in the CERN premises in Prévessin in neighbouring France.…

Burnt Out in Biscuit Land is coming to the Grütli Theatre in Geneva on the 16 and 17 May. Created by Jess Thom - an artist, writer and activist, this performance challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about disability through her various works. Jess has Tourette’s syndrome herself. She co-founded Touretteshero in the UK in 2010; a project that c…

Just over one year on, Dr Michelle speaks with Matthias Herren who helped set up Heart2Heart, the English-language service of the Dargebotene Hand. You can find a listening ear by calling 0800 143 000 any day from 6pm-11pm, anonymously and free of charge.By SwissVille Broadcasting

Why is a sense of belonging so important? Why should we make sure we take a moment to celebrate our wins, big or small? And how do doing both of these things together build our resilience? Alessandra Patti explains...By SwissVille Broadcasting

This week’s Health Matters is delving into a subject many dog owners may not have considered: when and how to give Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) to their four-legged friends. Listen in to learn some skills that could make all the difference.By SwissVille Broadcasting

Previously known as ESCA CancerSupport, Tara Miller explains the name change ahead of their biggest annual fundraiser each year; Steps for Cancer Support. Register now. Whether you have been diagnosed with cancer or are dealing with a loved one’s illness, Cancer Support Switzerland is here to support you. All their services are free and in English.…

Tick tock – Dr Michelle reminds us of the importance of vaccination against tick-borne encephalitis, with March to April being prime time to get your jabs!By SwissVille Broadcasting

Sue Lake talks about the various choirs offered by NoteByNote ahead of the concert this weekend in ChéserexBy SwissVille Broadcasting

Does stress cause hair loss or is it an urban myth? Dr Michelle unravels the science in this week’s Health Matters.By SwissVille Broadcasting

Ever wanted to sound more confident when speaking? Here's a trick to use at home and at work. Communication Coach Amy Carroll talks about the power of downward inflection and why we need to shed the habit of using the word "but". For more on this series from Amy, visit her YouTube channel or carrollcoaching.com…

Charley's Aunt is a farce that first graced the stages in London in 1892, and moved to Broadway and Paris in 1893. The story centres around a Charley and Jack who want to date young ladies. In order to do so respectfully they require a chaperone and they convince their friend Lord Fancourt Babberley a.k.a. Babbs, to impersonate Charley's aunt in or…

Increased self-esteem can help with your professional career, mental health, and even physical health. Here's how... Alessandra Patti is the founder of FindYourWay Coaching, she is a professional trainer and consultant for mental wellbeing and communication at the workplace.By SwissVille Broadcasting