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Breakfast Like You Mean It
Weekdays 6:30am – 9:30am

Wake up with Charles, your new morning companion serving up funk, soul, and indie grooves to kickstart your day. Whether you're crawling out of bed or dancing into the kitchen, he’s got your soundtrack covered.

Expect fun quizzes, interesting guests, and voices from across the station – including Franziska, Tendai, Merryn, and whoever else pops in for a coffee and a mic.

Got something to say? Drop us a message on WhatsApp: 691 353 599.

That’s Team Breakfast – always up, always on!

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Josh Island: New Music and Release Party
Feb 25, 2026
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Josh Island: New Music and Release Party
Feb 25, 2026
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Josh Island joined Charles on the Breakfast Show to talk about the release of his up-coming album Imaginary Borders. The album is set to be released on the 6th of March, followed by a concert to mark the release on the 7th of March at the Rockhal. Tune in to find out more about what to expect from his new music!

Feb 25, 2026
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Lots of big names in this week's gig guide!
Feb 25, 2026
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Lots of big names in this week's gig guide!
Feb 25, 2026
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A great choice of shows this week in Luxembourg and I’ll let you know where you can see The Divine Comedy, Mika, Sean Paul and David Byrne amongst others!

Feb 25, 2026
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Rangotsav: The Indian Festival of Colours
Feb 23, 2026
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Rangotsav: The Indian Festival of Colours
Feb 23, 2026
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We spoke to the organisers of Rangotsav 2026, the Indian festival of colours taking place in Luxembourg on the 1st of March. Tune in to find out more about the concept behind it and what to expect from this festival.

Feb 23, 2026
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David Sundorn on the Breakfast Show
Feb 19, 2026
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David Sundorn on the Breakfast Show
Feb 19, 2026
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We were joined by Luxembourg-based songwriter David Sundorn for an interview and a performance of a couple of his songs. He will be releasing his new album on the 7th of March at MK Bar in Belval.

Feb 19, 2026
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Something for everyone in this week's gig guide!
Feb 18, 2026
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Something for everyone in this week's gig guide!
Feb 18, 2026
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This week’s guide features a pop superstar, hip-hop legends, a really interesting Belgian band, English guys who wanted a German sounding name and rock heroes Biffy Clyro! Find out where to see them all by listening to this week’s gig guide

Feb 18, 2026
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 Animal welfare or stigmatization: Petition Sparks Debate
Feb 17, 2026
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Animal welfare or stigmatization: Petition Sparks Debate
Feb 17, 2026
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A new petition calls for tighter controls on organised begging involving animals. Supporters cite welfare concerns, while social groups warn of stigmatising the group of beggars.

Feb 17, 2026
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When the Bleeding Stops: Lovísa Ósk Gunnarsdóttir
Feb 12, 2026
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When the Bleeding Stops: Lovísa Ósk Gunnarsdóttir
Feb 12, 2026
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We spoke to Lovísa Ósk Gunnarsdóttir ahead of her inter-disciplinary dance performance at Kinneksbond. When the Bleeding Stops promises to shine a spotlight on the often-undiscussed experience of menopause.

Feb 12, 2026
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Community Building: Eich Neighbours Group
Feb 11, 2026
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Community Building: Eich Neighbours Group
Feb 11, 2026
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We spoke to Mariana Infante and Clémence Vaquier from the Eich Neighbours Group, a newly-formed citizens initiative focussing on improving life for the community in the neighbourhood of Eich. Tune in to the interview to hear more about their objectives and what they have planned for the future!

Feb 11, 2026
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 Civic assemblies for participatory democracy in Esch
Feb 10, 2026
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Civic assemblies for participatory democracy in Esch
Feb 10, 2026
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Esch-sur-Alzette is inviting residents to help rethink the city’s public spaces through its first Citizens’ Assembly. ARA City Radio's interns Inara and Anna went down to Esch to interview the initiators.

Feb 10, 2026
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Stories from Outside with Magali Medinger
Feb 6, 2026
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Stories from Outside with Magali Medinger
Feb 6, 2026
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We were joined in the studio by Magali Medinger to discuss a series of guided tours of the collection at the Villa Vauban focusing on the perspectives of those who are often ignored by the established art world.

The English version of the tour will take place on the 27th of February.

Tune in to the full interview or check out the website to find out more information.

https://villavauban.lu/en/event/stories-from-outside/?date=1772215200

Feb 6, 2026
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Lëtz Sing with Voices International
Feb 4, 2026
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Lëtz Sing with Voices International
Feb 4, 2026
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We spoke to James Libbey, the artistic director of local choir Voices International. He spoke to Charles about their upcoming concert at the Philharmonie on the 3rd of March, which promises to be an interactive experience where the audience joins the choir in singing. Tune in to hear the entire interview.

Feb 4, 2026
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This week's gig guide has loads of interesting music to recommend
Jan 28, 2026
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This week's gig guide has loads of interesting music to recommend
Jan 28, 2026
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There's loads of different styles in this week's gig guide and the recommendation is for our very own Hembadoon!

Jan 28, 2026
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Hembadoon - TIME Na NOW: album release party
Jan 28, 2026
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Hembadoon - TIME Na NOW: album release party
Jan 28, 2026
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Hembadoon joined Charles in the studio ahead of the release party for her brand-new album TIME Na Now on the 30th of January at Carlito’s Comedy Club.

Tune in to hear the full interview about what to expect from the gig and the new record.

Jan 28, 2026
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Renovations at Rotondes
Jan 26, 2026
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Renovations at Rotondes
Jan 26, 2026
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We were joined in the studio by Steph Meyers and Tom Karier to discuss the exciting renovation work taking place at Rotondes. Listen in to hear what the future holds for the venue and about their upcoming gigs!

Jan 26, 2026
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Victoria Wei: Strassen recipe project and upcoming radio events
Jan 22, 2026
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Victoria Wei: Strassen recipe project and upcoming radio events
Jan 22, 2026
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Victoria Wei from the Panda and Hotpot show on Radio ARA joined us in the studio to talk to us about a new project she has been involved with, collecting and documenting family recipes from the residents of Strassen. All the recipes will be published in the form of a book and also across social media.

Tune in to find out more as well as to hear about the exciting developments happening on the Panda and Hotpot show.

Jan 22, 2026
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Gig guide for January 21st - a mixed bag this week!
Jan 21, 2026
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Gig guide for January 21st - a mixed bag this week!
Jan 21, 2026
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This week’s gig guide features horror core rap, Jazz, Blues, Eurovision and an EP release party at De Gudde Wellen, plus an apology from Jon…..

Jan 21, 2026
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TALI on the Breakfast Show
Jan 15, 2026
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TALI on the Breakfast Show
Jan 15, 2026
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We welcomed the singer, songwriter, and former Luxembourg Eurovision Song Contest contestant TALI on to the Breakfast Show . She spoke to Charles about her approach to songwriting, future plans and her experience at Eurovision. Tune in to find out more!

Jan 15, 2026
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The gig guide returns for 2026!
Jan 14, 2026
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The gig guide returns for 2026!
Jan 14, 2026
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The gig guide is back! Let Jon guide you through the best gigs happening in the Grand Duchy including this week’s recommendation, a 4 band punk line up at Kulturfabrik on Saturday

Jan 14, 2026
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First episode of brand-new weekly show: Mom Actually
Jan 14, 2026
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First episode of brand-new weekly show: Mom Actually
Jan 14, 2026
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Tendai was interviewed on the Breakfast Show ahead of the airing of the first episode of his brand-new show: Mom Actually, a show which spotlights the lives of working mothers across Luxembourg.

You can tune in to Mom Actually every Tuesday at 9:40 on ARA City Radio.

Jan 14, 2026
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Interview and live performance from Jonny Gray
Jan 2, 2026
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Interview and live performance from Jonny Gray
Jan 2, 2026
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We were joined in the studio by London-based singer songwriter Jonny Gray. He performed a couple of his tracks live on air and talked with Charles about his influences and upcoming activity. Tune in to hear more!

Jan 2, 2026
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animalECH - temporary exhibition at the Musée national d'histoire naturelle
Dec 30, 2025
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animalECH - temporary exhibition at the Musée national d'histoire naturelle
Dec 30, 2025
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We were joined by Patrick Michaely, the director of the Musée national d'histoire naturelle to talk about their ongoing temporary exhibition animalECH. The exhibition examines the relationship between humans, animals, and the natural world. Tune in the find out more about the concept behind this project and what you can expect from the exhibition.

Dec 30, 2025
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Feed the Fox: Interview and performance from up-and-coming local alternative rock band
Dec 15, 2025
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Feed the Fox: Interview and performance from up-and-coming local alternative rock band
Dec 15, 2025
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We welcomed Feed the Fox onto the Breakfast Show for an interview and an early morning performance of a couple of their tracks. Tune in to hear all about what they’re up to and how to stay up to date with their future activities.

Dec 15, 2025
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The Gift of Yoga: Zoé Galassi from Yoga am Minett
Dec 9, 2025
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The Gift of Yoga: Zoé Galassi from Yoga am Minett
Dec 9, 2025
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As a part of our ARA City advent calendar we spoke to Zoé Galassi, who is the co-founder of Yoga am Minett. Tune in to the full interview to learn about Yoga in the south of Luxembourg, the need to improve accessibility to the practice and to hear her thoughts on our listener-suggested fake Yoga pose names.

Dec 9, 2025
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The Environment on Margaritas, ravens and first singles
Dec 5, 2025
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The Environment on Margaritas, ravens and first singles
Dec 5, 2025
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On the Breakfast show, Hembadoon interviewed the newcomer band The Environment. They presented their new single Stars. Catch them on 10 January for their first concert at MK Bar in Belval.

Dec 5, 2025
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Introducing Luxembourg’s vegan Christmas market
Dec 2, 2025
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Introducing Luxembourg’s vegan Christmas market
Dec 2, 2025
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We spoke to Cathy Bleser from the Vegan Society of Luxembourg about their upcoming event on the 6th and 7th of December, a Christmas market that is 100% vegan. Tune in to the full interview to hear more about what to expect over the weekend.

Dec 2, 2025
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 Protest: Make Amazon Pay
Nov 28, 2025
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Protest: Make Amazon Pay
Nov 28, 2025
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Non-profit organisations hold a joint protest against Amazon today. Under slogan "Make Amazon Pay", the coalition urges the company to pay an outstanding 746-million-euro fine for breaching EU data rules. In our interview, André Marques, representative of the left party Déi Lenk, one of the organisations joining the protest, explains their demands.

Nov 28, 2025
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Stand-up in Luxembourg: Interview with Renée Percy
Nov 27, 2025
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Stand-up in Luxembourg: Interview with Renée Percy
Nov 27, 2025
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We had the pleasure of speaking to Canadian-American comedian Renée Percy ahead of her anticipated Luxembourg show.

Renée has featured in numerous shows on Canadian and American TV as well as being featured on Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Apple TV. On Saturday the 29th of November she is bringing her stand-up show to INNSiDE by Meliá.

Tune in to the full interview to find out more!

Nov 27, 2025
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The Bazar International is back!
Nov 21, 2025
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The Bazar International is back!
Nov 21, 2025
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The Bazar International de Luxembourg returns for another year at the Luxexpo in Kirchberg. We spoke to Sonia Reyes-Frausto about the event that brings together more than a thousand volunteers to celebrate multiculturalism in Luxembourg.

Nov 21, 2025
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'Word in Progress' English Literature Evening organised by Kulturfabrik
Nov 21, 2025
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'Word in Progress' English Literature Evening organised by Kulturfabrik
Nov 21, 2025
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We spoke to Georges Goerens from Kulturfabrik about Word in Progress, their English literature evening which is part of the Walfer Bicherdeeg. Tune in to hear all about the event!

Nov 21, 2025
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