CZECHIA 2026

A discussion with Radka Denemarková and Michal Hvorecký about Central Europe's role as the continent's seismograph. They will explore current pressures on arts, culture, and media, and reflect on the hopes of 1989. Denemarková's novel "Schokoladenblut" examines the roots of colonialism and capitalism, while Hvorecký's essay "Dissident" looks at the Velvet Revolution and threats to democracy. The conversation will focus on freedom and the power of literature. Moderated by Alex Rühle.