A new show produced by A+E Networks Poland and ATM Grupa S.A.: “Brać czy nie brać” 

With its flea markets, outdoor fairs and shopping villages, Poland is a Mecca for bargain hunters. Tapping into this trend, A+E Networks^® Poland began production of a 10-episode series for History channel. Beginning on October 19, viewers will be able to follow the rivalry of two hosts, Łukasz Radwan and Michał Wójcik, in a new show, “Brać czy nie brać” (Take It or Not). The show is slated to debut on History channel on Monday, October 19, at 10:30 p.m. 

“Brać czy nie brać” is an exciting race in which the hosts hunt for treasures of the past. Łukasz Radwan and Michał Wójcik, who are also history buffs, travel in a van to all corners of Poland searching for unique vintage and antique items. They have a fixed budget with which they buy items with an eye for resale. As they visit markets, private apartments, factories and scrap yards, they freely comment on their decisions, engaging in a thrilling race with each other. They go to Kraków, the famous antique market in Włocławek and the Tykocin fair – each of which has something different to offer. In the crowd of shoppers there are true connoisseurs – people for whom bargain hunting is a passion, a way to explore history and a thrill as it can give both satisfaction and serious money. One notable example is the Fabergé egg which was bought at a Polish market for 14 thousand USD and then resold for 30 million USD! 

In each episode’s finale Łukasz and Michał confront a panel of experts who decide whether their buys are worth their price and select the episode winner. “Brać czy nie brać” offers a glimpse into the amazing world of bargain hunters who follow their passion and turn it into a money maker.

 Hosts:

Łukasz Radwan is a journalist, art promoter and prominent figure in the Polish art scene. Known for his sharp tongue and uncompromising views, he was labeled “the bull terrier of Polish art”, which he takes as a complement.

Michał Wójcik is a historian who has hosted various TV shows. He has worked for Radio ZET and Przekrój magazine, chief-edited Focus and Focus Historia and co-authored a number of books including “Teraz ’44”.                                              

The show is produced by ATM Grupa S.A. with Krzysztof Jakubowski (ATM Grupa S.A.) as Producer and Agnieszka Kubiak (A+E Networks Poland) as Supervising Producer.