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Filip Rožánek

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Journalist and media analyst with more than 20 years of experience in the media market and in telecommunications.
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Czech Television Council issues strong reprimand to Director General

Council criticizes severance payments, contract redactions, and public threats to cancel stations.

15/03/2025 12:13
Daniel Köppl

Daniel Köppl wins legal battle against Chamber of Deputies

Supreme Administrative Court rules Chamber of Deputies acted incorrectly by ignoring Daniel Köppl's defense in broadcasting council dismissal.

15/03/2025 11:04
The legislative proposal was prepared by a group of senators from the opposition ANO party.

Senate rejects ANO's proposal to exempt seniors from broadcasting fees

Czech lawmakers debate public media funding as part of broader media legislation reform.

28/02/2025 19:42
The original Christmas Eve fairy tale "Three Princesses" was seen by 2.40 million viewers aged four and older.

Czech Television maintains market leadership for seventh consecutive year

Public broadcaster achieves record viewership across multiple channels while commercial competitors focus on prime time.

02/01/2025 09:30
Czech Radio headquarters in Prague. Photo: Czech Radio

Czech Radio plans balanced budget for 2025 amid funding uncertainty

Public broadcaster's budget drops to 2.36 billion CZK, as director warns it's the last year sustainable under current license fee. Wage freeze announced for 2025.

25/12/2024 17:36
StarDance studio during the 13th season finale.

Czech version of Strictly Come Dancing hits highest ratings since 2007

StarDance finale attracted 1.8 million adult viewers with 55.5% audience share. Format remains strong in its 13th season with increased youth viewership.

16/12/2024 11:04
News anchor Martin Řezníček moderating the 2023 presidential debate.

Czech TV defends journalists against political attacks in parliament

Public broadcaster's management condemns personal attacks on news anchors during media law debate. Opposition leader criticized presidential debate moderator.

12/12/2024 14:00
The main building of Czech Television in Prague

Czech public media funding reform faces delays and opposition hurdles

Government's plan to increase public broadcasting fees faces strong opposition in parliament. ANO and SPD parties signal potential shift to state budget funding after 2025.

09/12/2024 11:11
Adam Pavlovčin won the last edition of Superstar in December 2021.

Nova TV to reboot Superstar after four-year break

Nova TV and Markíza to co-produce a new season of the popular talent show.

11/11/2024 16:43
Czech Internet Forum 2024

How Czech media are using AI to innovate and stay relevant

Czech media are embracing AI to streamline production, analyze feedback, and enhance content—from transforming radio news into video to creating football highlights.

11/11/2024 15:28
Jan Souček

Czech Television plans new public affairs programs

Czech Television is developing several new shows covering investigative journalism, societal topics, and portraits of notable personalities.

19/09/2024 18:24
TV Barrandov

Skylink and FreeSAT suspend Barrandov TV over contract issues

Skylink and FreeSAT have halted Barrandov TV's satellite broadcast due to unresolved contractual issues, while competitor Telly continues to air the channels.

17/09/2024 17:31
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