Janek Rubeš

JANEK RUBEŠ is an acclaimed Czech investigative reporter and documentary filmmaker best known for his YouTube channels Kluci z Prahy and Honest Guide, co-produced with cameraman Honza Mikulka. With millions of global subscribers, his work fearlessly exposes tourist traps and unfair business practices, while also promoting authentic cultural experiences and honest local businesses. His career began in 2006 as a pioneer of viral video content. During a decade at Stream.cz, he created influential series such as Praha vs. prachy, mapping organized crime and fraudulent taxi networks in the capital. After working at the news portal Seznam Zprávy, he transitioned to independent digital broadcasting. A graduate of Tomas Bata University, his impactful journalism has earned him numerous accolades. He was named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list, won multiple Křišťálová Lupa awards, and received the prestigious Novinářská křepelka journalism prize. In 2021, the Czech Minister of Foreign Affairs appointed him a Goodwill Ambassador.

Last edited in June, 2026.