Council of Europe podcasts
Want to know more about the Council of Europe’s work? With 46 member states, we’re Europe’s leading organisation for subjects related to democracy, human rights and the rule of law. We have many stories to tell, so check out our collection of podcasts, on everything from the origins of the European flag to how we maintain safety standards for the medicines you buy at your local pharmacy. You’ll find our podcasts on this website and also on leading platforms like Apple and Spotify.
Playlists
Europe Explained
In the Europe Explained podcast we talk to the experts on the front line, to get an in-depth analysis of the key issues affecting our everyday lives.
L'Atelier de l'Europe
Discovering the Council of Europe’s art collection
EDQM On Air
EDQM On Air is a podcast on public health brought to you by the European Directorate for the Quality of Medicines & HealthCare (EDQM) of the Council of Europe.
New releases
2025: European Year of Digital Citizenship Education
In this episode, Villano Qiriazi, Head of the Council of Europe’s Department of Education, presents the goals and planned activities of the upcoming European Year of Digital Citizenship Education 2025. Find out how together we can build an inclusive and democratic digital future.
20 years of the European Anthem, Hip Hop style!
In this episode Alun Drake explores the intersection of music, culture, and European unity alongside a special guest. The episode celebrates the 20th anniversary of a unique reinterpretation of Beethoven's Ode to Joy, otherwise known as the European Anthem. The artist behind this groundbreaking...
Exploring the challenges and alternatives facing Europe’s prisons
In this episode, Alun Drake delves into the challenges and realities of Europe’s prison systems alongside Therese Rytter, 2nd Vice-President of the European Committee for the Prevention of Torture and Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (CPT), and Hugh Chetwynd, its Executive Secretary....
End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists
In this episode of the podcast, Cathie Burton discusses the challenges and danger journalists must face just while trying to do their job. Journalists Klemens Kohler, Clemens Lotze and Michael Krell share their experiences. #JournalistsMatter, the Council of Europe Campaign for the Safety of...