Czechs raise new generation of Bohemians

"The real risk was to those who had to endure the former regime. I don't see freedom as a risk. It is a right, and all we are doing is choosing to exercise this right," he said.

New York University's Pehe said he expects the next generation to leave the Bohemian life behind and question the choices they face more than the current group.

"The second generation after the Revolution are more interested in world issues than the 18-25 generation right now," he said.

"This younger generation is not impressed with some of the things like consumerism, pop culture etc. They grew up with it and they have formed critical stances towards it."