Country Café mam Lexy 2026-10-10
Looking back on Country Messe Erfurt 2026 (Oct. 2nd – October4th)
Radio ARA
The land of many tongues – a small insight into Luxemburg’s vast lingual diversity
As part of her internship, our intern Graciella focused on linguistic diversity in Luxembourg. Luxemburg is Europe’s smallest yet most multifarious country. In a place in which over 180 nationalities live united under one proverbial roof, many questions may rise—the most important being which languages its residents use to communicate with one other. In this short segement you are going to learn about the most spoken languages of the country—from within common society to within the Luxemburgish media landscape.
Animatiouns Nostalgie
Haut gëtt et emotional an Nostalgesch. Mir machen eng kleng Rees zeréck an d’Kandheet mat e puer Songs aus Animatiounsfilmer, déi fir vill vun eis einfach onvergiesslech sinn. Zumols vir Gen Z an mat Songs dei meng Kandheet als klengt Cupid geprägt hun. Mat just enger klenger Auswiel aus ganz ville All-Time-Hits, déi eis vläicht direkt zeréck an eis Kandheet bréngen.
Bea García y Víctor Vidal (Levante) y Pedro Díaz (Circulo Cultural Antononio Machado) – El profundo amor que vive en una paella
Bea García, Víctor Vidal y Pedro Díaz conversan sobre la evolución del legendario Restaurante Levante, el relevo generacional y la fuerza de la empatía, reflexionando sobre cómo la alta cocina valenciana y la acción comunitaria convergen en Luxemburgo para mover corazones y transformar vidas a través del tejido cultural y la solidaridad.
Meme Songs Music Mix by Cupid
Vum Internet bis bei eis an d’Playlist: haut geet et ëm Songs, déi duerch Memes, TikTok an den Internet viral gaange sinn. Ech sinn d’Cupid, an dës Stonn lauschtere mer eis e puer vun de bekanntsten, komeschsten a vläicht och nostalgeschste Meme-Songs un.
Uprising K-pop Hits
BTS a Stray Kids kennt wahrscheinlech jiddereen, mee haut kucke mer och e bëssen iwwer déi grouss Nimm eraus a lauschteren eis e puer méi nei an opkomend Artisten un. Ech sinn d’Cupid, an ech hunn dofir e puer vu menge perséinleche Favoritten erausgesicht – e Mix aus bekannte Songs an e puer Tracks, déi der vläicht nach net kennt.
Same but different
Same but Different: What Brings Us Together What does growing up across cultures teach us about identity, belonging, and connection? This episode of Living and Learning Across Cultures is about Amira’s experience as a Third Culture Kid, her love for languages and teaching, and the story behind Same But Different. We talk about identity, belonging, languages, and what it means to navigate different cultural worlds. And behind it all is a simple idea: perhaps we need to focus more on what connects us and less on what drives us apart.
La Poubelle N° 0022 – 02.09.2026 – Smokey & Spaghetti-O – Salty Nuts & Juicy Melons
Salty Nuts & Juicy Melons
Kontrovers N° 7 : Fraen am Prisong
In this episode of Kontrovers, we explore the situation of women in prison in Luxembourg. The episode examines the history of female imprisonment, the current challenges within the prison system, and the limited opportunities available to women. It also discusses important issues such as prison conditions, rehabilitation, and gender-specific challenges. Finally, former prisoner Léila shares her personal story and offers a unique insight into life behind bars.
Mahathi Mahendran: Rise Against Cancer and Theology Essay Shortlist
We spoke to local high school student Mahathi Mahendran about her inspiring story setting up an initiative, Rise Against Cancer, that aims to help raise awareness for cancer in Luxembourg.
Tune in to find out more about the impressive work she is doing as well as her academic achievements, being shortlisted for the 2026 John Locke Global Essay Prize in Theology.
ALISIVA – A TRANCE MIX | MIDNIGHT DRIVE #24
Higher BPM, bouncy frequencies! Exploring high energy Trance and Hard Trance!
Country Café mam Lexy 2026-08-08
Country, Bluegrass + Americana Charts – preview on the 36th Country Night in Gstaad Switzerland with Dwight Yoakam, Drake Milligan, Amber Rae and Appalachian Roadshow
Von Metal bis Schlager – Die Song Challenge der diesjährigen Media&Me Gruppe
Das landerübergreifende Projekt Media&Me gewährt jungen Menschen einen Blick hinter die Kulissen in unterschiedlichsten Medienhäusern. Wer beruflich „irgendwas mit Medien“ machen möchte, kann hier herausfinden, welche Berufe es gibt und wo die eigenen Stärken liegen. Die Teilnehmenden lernen nämlich durch Führungen und Workshops die tägliche Arbeit von Radio- und Fernsehsendern, Zeitungsredaktionen und Werbeagenturen kennen. Graffiti war im doppelten Sinne mit dabei, da einerseits unser Mitarbeiter Davide an dem Projekt teilnimmt und er andererseits die diesjährige Gruppe gemeinsam mit unserem Team bei Radio Ara empfing. Die Teilnehmenden konnten bei drei verschiedenen Workshops ihre Lieblingsposition beim Sprechen finden, ihre Stimme analysieren und bei einer Song Challenge ihr musikalisches Wissen beweisen.
La Poubelle N° 0020 – 05.08.2026 – Smokey & Spaghetti-O – Empty Pocket Dimension
Empty Pocket Dimension
AEM Interview by Alex
Local hyper-pop artist AEM stopped by to talk about her newest single ‘Kerosene’ among other fun things.
Dressed in History: Tradition in a Fast-Fashion World
In the second edition of Bourgmeisterin: Fireside Chats, Julia Khalyavko and Debbie Kirsch explore how craftsmanship, sustainable fashion and heritage can resist fast fashion and connect generations in Luxembourg today.
Happy Hour – GoldenMe helps seniors navigate new technology
A non-profit organization GoldenMe Luxembourg works toward ‘digital inclusion for all ages’ – helping seniors figure out how to make the most out of their smart phones and helping keep them safe and savvy too online.
La Poubelle N° 0019 – 22.07.2026 – Smokey & Spaghetti-O – Pique-Nique Nomadique
Pique-Nique Nomadique
Meet Maltese dancer Brenda Lee Grech
Marc-Antoine interviews Maltese dancer and Brillanti Dance judge Brenda Lee Grech about her international career, Malta’s television industry, and whether a similar dance competition could one day succeed in Luxembourg.
Kontrovers N° 6 : Série 7991 – 3
In this episode, Gregory speaks with a young woman about her struggles with the Luxembourgish state, revealing why Luxembourg urgently needs a new youth protection law.
Happy Hour commemorates James Dimel and the crew of the Wolfel-Bear Flying Fortress
A very special Happy Hour tonight pays tribute to the pilot and crew of the Wolfel’s Bear and its ten-man crew , piloted by Commander James Dimel. At the age of just 23, Dimel safely made an emergency landing of a giant, heavy, Flying Fortress in a field in Belgium after getting hit by flak above Weisbaden. His entire crew survived – some of them parachuting out just before the landing, the injured who were unable to jump had been secured to withstand the landing, and even the town’s historic church tower survived a close call. Hear the full story
Kulturpass Interview mam Céline a Luis
An engem Gespréich mam Céline a mam Luis hu mir de Kulturpass als Ausgangspunkt geholl, fir iwwer de Stellewäert vun der Kultur, den Zougang zu kulturellen Offeren an hir Roll an eiser Gesellschaft ze diskutéieren.
La Poubelle N° 0015 – 27.05.2026 – Smokey & Spaghetti-O – Red Light Under The Bridge
Red Light Under The Bridge
Electronic Emotions Nº 29 – 24/05/2026
Moien and welcome back! Andrea here, and you’re listening to Electronic Emotions number 29. ENJOY! — Electronic Emotions links: – Instagram:@electronicemotions.radioshow – Facebook: ElectronicEmotions
Fargo 5
Fargo 5 Unsere liebsten Songs der Gangsterserie Die fünfste Staffel von Fargo wartet mit super Songs auf – Grund für uns ein paar davon in unserer Sendung zu spielen. Viel Spaß beim Hören! —– >> Zu unserer Playlist Fargo 5 auf Spotify (soweit die Künstler & Songs dort vorhanden sind) GA GA GARAGE ist die monatliche Sendung auf Radio ARA Luxemburg mit Véronique de la Chanson und Kornelius Flowers für alle, für alle, die Sixties, Garage-Rock, Pop-Punk, Powerpop, Indie-Rock, Rock’n’Roll und authentische handgemacht Rockmusik lieben.
Kontrovers N° 4 : Série 7991
In the series “7991”, Gregory Fonseca analyses the persistent issue of children in conflict with the law in Luxembourg. In this episode, Gregory traces the origins of the poor treatment of children within the Luxembourgish penal system.
Wat Schwätz Du?… Hannert dem Bildschirm
Hannert engem Bildschierm kanns du alles sinn — eng aner Persoun, eng aner Meenung, eng aner Realitéit. An dëser éischter Episod vun der 2. Saison vun Wat Schwätz Du? schwätze Angie, Jordan a Sara iwwer d’Welt hannert Social Media: vu Catfishing bis Ragebait, an alles wat tëscht Provokatioun, Identitéit an Online-Perceptioun läit. Wéi vill vun deem, wat mir online gesinn, ass wierklech? A wéi vill ass just Spill mat Opmierksamkeet a Reaktiounen? Spoiler: D’Thema war esou grouss an interessant, dass et direkt an zwou Episoden opgedeelt gouf.
Episode 1: Cosplay
Cosplay: from a simple idea to bringing characters to life – this is where it all began.
Life is Strange Music Mix by Cupid
Come and dive with Cupid into the musical landscape of the videogame Life is Strange!
Deviations N° 0068 – 18.04.2026 – Turn of the millennium – songs from the 2010s
Turn of the millennium – songs from the 2010s
Kontrovers N°3 : CPU-CPG
In this third episode of Kontrovers, we explore two key institutions of the Luxembourgish prison system: the Centre pénitentiaire d’Uerschterhaff (CPU) and the Centre pénitentiaire de Givenich (CPG). The episode begins with a historical overview, tracing the origins and development of both facilities and placing them within the broader evolution of penal policy in Luxembourg. Particular attention is given to the role of pre-trial detention at the CPU and the concept of semi-open detention and reintegration at the CPG. Beyond the institutional perspective, the episode focuses on lived experience: two former inmates, Patcho and José, share their personal accounts from
That Time of Year: Women-centric Comedy in Luxembourg
We spoke to Jess Bauldry about the sold-out comedy show That Time of Year, which is a part of the Festrogen Festival, a comedy festival in Luxembourg focusing on women. Jess is involved in organising the festival as well as performing at the show. Tune in to find out about what to expect from this comedy showcase and about the various workshops taking place as part of the festival.
Ursula von der Leyen urges reset with Hungary after Péter Magyar win
EU–Hungary reset talks, US–Iran tensions rise, UK-EU plans debated, German leader Merz ranks least popular
ACL Knowledge Bites: Cars v Bikes
The classic road conflict: car drivers v cyclists. A mixture of different speeds, limited road space and a lack of awareness, create a palpable tension between cars and cycles. This episode of knowledge bites gives you an update on the rules and some tips to deal calmly with each other. This podcast is a paid partnership with the ACL.
Episode 2: Sienna Spiro
A menger 2. Podcastepisod schwätzen ech iwwert d’Sienna Spiro, eng jonk Sängerin, déi nach ganz am Ufank vun hirer Karriäre steet, mee schonn elo mat hirer aussergewéinlecher Stëmm an emotionaler Musek opfällt.
Electronic Emotions Nº 27 – 22/03/2026
Moien and welcome back! Andrea here, and you’re listening to Electronic Emotions number 27. ENJOY! — Electronic Emotions links: – Instagram:@electronicemotions.radioshow – Facebook: ElectronicEmotions
Mireille Marteau live @Luxexpo Festivals des Migrations
GA GA GARAGE live von der Luxexpo Wir waren zu Gast beim Festival des Migrations und stellen euch die Künstlerin Mireille Marteau vor. Mireille Marteau aka Tamara Kapp, Luxemburgs umtriebige Musikerin und Videokünstlerin, gewährt uns einen Einblick in ihr vielfältiges Schaffen. Von träshiquen Elekropopchansons über Deutschpunk, Detonationsrock, schwebenden Tributesongs – mit ebenso schwebenden Trickanimationsclips – bis hin zu einer Klangreise mit dekonstruierten selbst komponierten Liedern aus ihrem “Petit Monde”-Konzeptalbum, ist alles dabei. Sie ist als One-Woman Band sowohl Komponistin, Schlagzeugerin, Bassistin, Aufnahmeleiterin, Programmiererin, Tontechnikerin u.v.m. Obendrauf gibt es seit 2005 ihre Musikclips, in denen sie i.d.R. auch alles alleine fabriziert….
BISTRO chez NICOLAS 18/03/26: PASCALE ZAOUROU (FR)
Pascale Zaourou de gams.lu nous rejoint pout lutter pour l’abolition des mutilations génitales féminines. Dans ce contexte, le documentaire “Les puissantes” sera visionné au Festival des Migrations 2026, suivi d’une table ronde.
BISTRO chez NICOLAS 09/03/26
L’artiste multidisciplinaire Miriam R Krüger vient nous rendre visite à Radio ARA pour nous parler du festival caritatif international Cri de femme.
Portugisesch Kultur
Thema vun haut ass d Portugisesch Kultur, eis Experienz a Portugal an ze Lëtzebuerg, eis Kandheet an nach vill mei. Bléif bis de Schluss fir d’Bloopers.
Der Daiwel steet virun der Dier – 01.03.2026 – Interview Pil & Bue
Open the episode to see the playlist.
Jehona reçoit le boxeur Romain Sirixay
Jehona parle avec Romain Sirixay, coach sportif spécialisé en transformation physique et sports de combat.
The Festival of English-Language School Theatre 2026
Students from the different schools taking part in this year’s FEST talk about the plays they are presenting during the festival and how participating in theatre has had a positive impact on their lives. Joining us is FEST organising and theatre director Tony Kingston.
China’s Yangtze River shows recovery after fishing ban
Fish stocks and species diversity are rising after strict enforcement and €2.8 billion in compensation for fishers.
Люксембург досяг Дня перевищення ресурсів; Німеччина продовжує прикордонний контроль
Люксембург посідає друге місце у світі за споживанням ресурсів, Берлін подовжує внутрішні перевірки, а петиція щодо організованого жебрацтва наближається до парламентських дебатів.
لوكسمبورغ تبلغ يوم تجاوز الموارد؛ وألمانيا تمدد الرقابة على الحدود
تحتل لوكسمبورغ المرتبة الثانية عالمياً في استهلاك الموارد، وتُمدد برلين الرقابة الداخلية، ويقترب التماس بشأن التسول المنظم من مناقشة برلمانية.
Luxembourg hits Overshoot Day; Germany extends border checks
Luxembourg ranks second worldwide for resource use. Berlin prolongs internal controls. A petition on organised begging nears debate threshold.
Уряд відхиляє проведення зустрічі щодо сталеливарної галузі, планується флотилія до Гази.
Відновлено рейси у Фінделі після снігових перебоїв, зростають побоювання щодо робочих місць в ArcelorMittal, активісти планують місію до Гази.
الحكومة ترفض اجتماع الصلب، أسطول إنساني إلى غزة وتحذيرات من تصاعد العنف في القطارات
استئناف الرحلات في فيندل بعد اضطرابات بسبب الثلوج، وتزايد المخاوف بشأن وظائف أرسيلورميتال، وناشطون يخططون لمهمة إلى غزة.
Flight disruptions at Findel, debate over steel talks, Gaza flotilla plans and concerns over rail safety
Flights resume at Findel as steel job fears grow, activists plan Gaza mission and unions warn of rising transport violence.
International News: West Bank land move, France’s Epstein probe and EU defence push
Israel advances settlement policy, France opens investigation on Epstein files, Germany reports more right-wing violence, and the European Union calls for stronger defence.
What’s Right: Community-led projects revive Ecuador’s Amazon forest
A community-led project in Ecuador’s Alto Ila restores endangered tree species in a region shaped by logging and drought. Get all the details on today’s “What’s right with the world”.
Dans les coulisses du LuxFilm Festival avec Alexis Juncosa
Le LuxFilm Festival débute dans moins d’un mois et qui de mieux qu’Alexis Juncosa pour nous présenter cette programmation copieuse et alléchante ? Le Directeur Artistique de l’évènement cinématographique phare au Grand-Duché nous met l’eau à la bouche avec cette édition qui promet un cru exceptionnel !
World Radio Day Special Episode
This is the special episode for world radio day, where Alex and Davide discuss the theme for this year which is “AI and Radio”
Civic assemblies for participatory democracy in Esch
The city of Esch is inviting residents to help rethink the city’s public spaces through its first Citizens’ Assembly. This assembly is going to be a new body of municipal governance, designed to make politics more inclusive. Inara Desoete and Anna Kater attended the launch of the assembly in the townhall.
Mother of 4 Cécile Wiese shares her insights
Cecile Wiese is not only a mother of four, but she also has twins. Add to that that she is a teacher and spends all her days with kids, and you have a particularly packed schedule revolving around the young ones. With a lot of humor, she dives in the various challenges this brings to her, and how she approaches all the tasks at hand!
Hembadoon speaks up on motherhood
Communications executive, artist, singer, radio host and mother: Hembadoon does it all and shares how motherhood impacted her vision on life, her relationship to work, and so much more. An in-depth interview that gives us an insight in what life is when your children have already reached a certain age.
Lionel Baier et Vincent Quénault nous présentent “La Cache”
Instant cinéma au Bistro, puisque nous recevons deux invités de prestige : Lionel Baier et Vincent Quénault, réalisateur et producteur du film “La Cache” nous rejoignent en effet pour présenter cette touchante comédie. Dernier rôle de Michel Blanc au cinéma, cette co-production helvético-luxembourgo-francaise nous permet de découvrir une famille aimante et atypique, mais avec des traumatismes du passé toujours présents…
Happy Hour – Dry January in Luxembourg!
Catherine Tomicic, the Coordinator of the Action Plan against Alcohol Misuse in Luxembourg, will talk about why it’s a good idea to cut back on alcohol consumption, not just in January, but always.
