The Bold Truth About Hungary

Join State Secretary Zoltán Kovács for a candid discussion with a true Brussels insider, Minister János Bóka, on Hungary's 2024 EU presidency, the MFF review, and an overly political European Commission in the latest episode of The Bold Truth About Hungary podcast.

Prof. Dr. Ferenc Krausz on the latest episode of #TheBoldTruthAboutHungary: "50% of any success is the willingness to work hard." In our conversation, Hungary's latest Nobel Prize laureate provided valuable insight into what it takes to achieve a scientific breakthrough of this magnitude. Learn more about the science behind the Nobel Prize, its potential practical implementation, and the way these new methods could revolutionize healthcare around the globe.

In a candid conversation on the sidelines of CPAC Hungary, State Secretary Kovács discussed with former Slovenian prime minister Janez Janša the rise of Wokeism, Pope Francis' historic visit to Hungary, and the upcoming European Parliament elections.

In S02E07 of The Bold Truth About Hungary podcast, State Secretary Zoltán Kovács invited former Czech prime minister Andrej Babiš for a discussion on how Europe is currently being hijacked by lunatic ideas, the difference between business and politics, the upcoming EP elections, the importance of being "proud populists," and the success and future of the V4 cooperation. Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3D3tsh6 On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3D7RnvQ On Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3VShYFX

One week ahead of the second CPAC Hungary, State Secretary Zoltán Kovács discusses the goals and future of CPAC Hungary, its key speakers and approach to common sense with Center for Fundamental Rights Director General Miklós Szánthó. Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3D3tsh6 On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3D7RnvQ On Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3VShYFX

In a special episode of The Bold Truth About Hungary podcast, State Secretary Zoltán Kovács invited László Rigó-Kiss, Bishop of Szeged-Csanád, to discuss Pope Francis' upcoming April 28-30 apostolic journey to Hungary. Bishop Rigó-Kiss spoke in detail about the papal visit, its key messages, and the need to protect our Christian values in the face of "lunatic" ideologies dominating most of Europe in recent times. Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3D3tsh6 On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3D7RnvQ On Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3VShYFX

In the fourth episode of this season, State Secretary Zoltán Kovács discusses with Gavin Wax, President of the New York Young Republican Club, the dangers of the "woke" ideology, the true meaning of illiberalism, and how Hungary could be leading the way in combating wokeism around the globe. Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3D3tsh6 On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3D7RnvQ On Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3VShYFX

In the third episode of this season, State Secretary Zoltán Kovács discussed the main elements of Hungary's "unorthodox" economic policy, widely known as the "Hungarian model," with one of Prime Minister Orbán's longest-reigning ministers, Finance Minister Mihály Varga. Minister Varga also detailed the harmful effects of Brussels' withholding of EU funds due to Hungary, and spoke about Hungary's plans to tackle the challenges of 2023, our most dangerous year to date. Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3D3tsh6 On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3D7RnvQ On Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3VShYFX

In an extraordinary episode of his "The Bold Truth About Hungary" podcast, State Secretary Zoltán Kovács sat down with Dr. Péter Jackovics, Commander of the Hungarian Hunor Search and Rescue Team, one of 9 Hungarian teams who have saved a total of 35 lives during the 10-day rescue mission in Turkey. In the conversation, Dr. Jackovics gives viewers an insider's perspective on his profession and explains the practical and mental skills required for the job, alongside some stories from the field. We couldn't be more grateful for our everyday heroes. Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3D3tsh6 On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3D7RnvQ On Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3VShYFX

Századvég Chief Senior Analyst Lóránt Sümeghi presents the findings of the foundation's latest "Project Europe" study and explores the growing gap between the policies that Western European politicians promote and what Europeans actually think. Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3D3tsh6 On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3D7RnvQ On Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3VShYFX

In a candid conversation with Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó, State Secretary Kovács finished the first season of The Bold Truth About Hungary podcast discussing the main pillars of Hungarian foreign policy in light of the last 8 years, and also addressed important topics including Hungary's space program and the logic behind Hungary's position on the global minimum tax. Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3D3tsh6 On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3D7RnvQ On Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3VShYFX

In the fifth episode of The Bold Truth About Hungary podcast, host State Secretary Zoltán Kovács invited Gergely Gulyás, the Minister heading the Prime Minister's Office, for a no-holds-barred discussion reviewing this year's most notable political milestones, including Hungary's debate over EU funds with the European Union, the "Hungarian logic" for interpreting politics around the world, and the ongoing national consultation on Brussels' failed sanctions. For the video with English subtitles: https://youtu.be/dcPgoge9SB0 Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3D3tsh6 On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3D7RnvQ On Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3VShYFX

In the fourth episode of The Bold Truth About Hungary podcast, State Secretary Zoltán Kovács met with Minister of Defence Kristóf Szalay-Bobrovniczky in a military base to discuss the challenges of modernizing an army that has been ravaged by left-wing governments after the fall of communism, Hungary's strategic plans for revitalizing its military industry, our relationship with NATO, and the lessons learned from the war in Ukraine.

In the third episode of The Bold Truth About Hungary podcast, Hungary's State Secretary for International Communication and Relations Zoltán Kovács discusses the dangers in the EU’s abuse of funds for political blackmail, a new kind of right-wing wave around the world, and the essence of a patriotic policy with Balázs Orbán, Political Director of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.

In the second episode of The Bold Truth About Hungary podcast, Hungary's State Secretary for International Communication and Relations Zoltán Kovács discusses the power of words and ideas, the 1956 Hungarian Revolution, communist oppression, and limits on freedom of expression in the Western world with Mária Schmidt, Director-General of House of Terror Museum. Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3D3tsh6 On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3D7RnvQ On Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3VShYFX On YouTube: https://bit.ly/3Feu9qJ

In the first episode of The Bold Truth About Hungary podcast, Hungary's State Secretary for International Communication and Relations Zoltán Kovács sat down with Minister of Regional Development Tibor Navracsics to discuss EU funds, the debate between Hungary and the European Commission, and the paradox of resolving political conflicts through legal measures.