8 result(s) for political reasons in Interviews
Sergey Pantsirev, Poet in Hungary
- 18 Jun 2025 6:59 PM
Born in Moscow in 1969, Sergey Pantsirev was a critically acclaimed poet in Russia. For some time, he combined his literary work with managing an international IT company, but eventually chose to devote himself fully to creative writing.
Róbert Pintér, Hotel Operations Manager, Silvanus Hotel Visegrád
- 8 Apr 2025 6:56 AM
After a year-long closure due to a devastating fire - thankfully with no injuries - the iconic Silvanus Hotel has triumphantly reopened. At the heart of this remarkable recovery stands Róbert Pintér, who led the complex restoration process with relevant expertise and determination.
Inspiring Expats: The Cuban Singer Vibing On Violin Strings
- 6 Jun 2023 4:26 PM
This segment showcases stories of expats rooted in this land, inspired to add cultural value through their craft, written by the journalist Daniel Sepúlveda O.
Inspiring Expats: The Venezuelan Youtuber Inspired by his Hungarian Legacy
- 25 Apr 2023 6:05 AM
This segment showcases stories of expats rooted in this land, inspired to add cultural value through their craft, written by the journalist Daniel Sepúlveda O.
Esther Holbrook, Writer, Actress & Voice Artist
- 9 Feb 2022 11:11 AM
Esther Holbrook was born in Carmel, California, USA on 5 October 1975. She was raised in Ashland, Oregon and moved to Budapest, Hungary in 1998, where she has lived ever since.
Andrea Gerák, Multi - Lingual Singer
- 31 Aug 2021 6:07 PM
Andrea started her career as a folk dancer way back already in her childhood. These days, beside singing, she writes poems, short stories and articles on a variety of subjects, and also enjoys photography.
Pál Schmitt, Former President of Hungary, International Olympic Committee Member
- 20 Jul 2021 10:08 AM
Born 13 May 1942, he was a successful fencer in his youth, going on to win two Olympic gold medals. Later he became a politician, and served as President of Hungary from 2010 until his resignation in 2012. Today he is one of the 100 or so active members of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
Special Xpat Interview: Péter Bárándy, Lawyer
- 24 Jan 2011 11:00 AM
Dr. Péter Bárándy has been a Member of Budapest Bar Association since 1980, and is considered by his peers to be one of Hungary’s premier lawyers. Born in Budapest on 12 June 1949, after a poor start at school he went on to earn a doctorate in law from ELTE in 1974. He began a joint law office with his famous father
Sergey Pantsirev, Poet in Hungary
- 18 Jun 2025 6:59 PM
Born in Moscow in 1969, Sergey Pantsirev was a critically acclaimed poet in Russia. For some time, he combined his literary work with managing an international IT company, but eventually chose to devote himself fully to creative writing.
Róbert Pintér, Hotel Operations Manager, Silvanus Hotel Visegrád
- 8 Apr 2025 6:56 AM
After a year-long closure due to a devastating fire - thankfully with no injuries - the iconic Silvanus Hotel has triumphantly reopened. At the heart of this remarkable recovery stands Róbert Pintér, who led the complex restoration process with relevant expertise and determination.
Inspiring Expats: The Cuban Singer Vibing On Violin Strings
- 6 Jun 2023 4:26 PM
This segment showcases stories of expats rooted in this land, inspired to add cultural value through their craft, written by the journalist Daniel Sepúlveda O.
Inspiring Expats: The Venezuelan Youtuber Inspired by his Hungarian Legacy
- 25 Apr 2023 6:05 AM
This segment showcases stories of expats rooted in this land, inspired to add cultural value through their craft, written by the journalist Daniel Sepúlveda O.
Esther Holbrook, Writer, Actress & Voice Artist
- 9 Feb 2022 11:11 AM
Esther Holbrook was born in Carmel, California, USA on 5 October 1975. She was raised in Ashland, Oregon and moved to Budapest, Hungary in 1998, where she has lived ever since.
Andrea Gerák, Multi - Lingual Singer
- 31 Aug 2021 6:07 PM
Andrea started her career as a folk dancer way back already in her childhood. These days, beside singing, she writes poems, short stories and articles on a variety of subjects, and also enjoys photography.
Pál Schmitt, Former President of Hungary, International Olympic Committee Member
- 20 Jul 2021 10:08 AM
Born 13 May 1942, he was a successful fencer in his youth, going on to win two Olympic gold medals. Later he became a politician, and served as President of Hungary from 2010 until his resignation in 2012. Today he is one of the 100 or so active members of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
Special Xpat Interview: Péter Bárándy, Lawyer
- 24 Jan 2011 11:00 AM
Dr. Péter Bárándy has been a Member of Budapest Bar Association since 1980, and is considered by his peers to be one of Hungary’s premier lawyers. Born in Budapest on 12 June 1949, after a poor start at school he went on to earn a doctorate in law from ELTE in 1974. He began a joint law office with his famous father

















