The Fink+Forty Show: Broadcast November 25, 2019
For one week only, the Fink+Nikki show takes you on a weekly journey soundtracked by what is rocking the hippest city on earth right now.
Studio Berlin, broadcast November 23, 2019: Homelessness in Berlin and Germany
Germany’s homeless population has increased by more than 4% over the previous year. What’s the reason behind it and what can authorities do to address the issue?
Studio Berlin host Sumi Somaskanda takes a closer look at homelessness and poverty in Germany and Berlin. She is joined by Jutta Allmedinger, president of the WZB Berlin Social Science center and Wilhelm Nadolny from the Berliner Stadtmission, or Berlin City Mission.
Wednesday 3 p.m.: ‘Rumination’ by Monika Müller-Kroll
No matter where you are or what your clock might say: it’s Wednesday 3 p.m and here’s our latest story ‘Rumination’ by Monika Müller-Kroll. Wednesday 3 p.m. is our series of micro stories bringing you a glimpse of someone else’s life.
Studio Berlin, broadcast November 16, 2019: The debate over 5G, Huawei, and Germany’s digital future
Will Chinese companies like Huawei control a dominant share of the critical infrastructure? Host Noah Barkin delves into the question with guests Janka Oertel from the German Marshall Fund, and Jan-Peter Kleinhans from the think tank Stiftung Neue Verantwortung.
Studio Berlin, broadcast November 9, 2019: Building a new Germany after the fall of the Wall
How have East and West Germany grown together 30 years after the Fall of the Berlin Wall? This week on Studio Berlin, host Erik Kirschbaum remembers the Fall of the Wall and discusses the making of a new Germany after 1989.
The Mexican Radio Radio Show: Broadcast November 6, 2019
This week’s show features tracks an interview with Amy Taylor from Amyl & The Sniffers, plus the usual playlist of synth punk, post punk, Neue Deutsche Welle and new wave tunes.
‘The Big Pond’ broadcast November 5, 2019: Legacies of the Berlin Wall
When the Berlin Wall unexpectedly fell in 1989, it triggered a time of massive flux for the newly reunited capital of Germany. Subcultures and international trends combined with other creative forces to establish Berlin as a mecca for artists. For The Big Pond, KCRW Berlin speaks to Berliners who helped build the city’s lasting legacy.
Studio Berlin, broadcast November 2, 2019: Music and the fall of the Berlin Wall
What was the soundtrack of the late ’80s, shortly before and after the fall of the Berlin Wall? In this episode of Studio Berlin, host Erik Kirschbaum explores the power of music and how it captured the spirit of freedom and united people in East and West Germany.
Wednesday 3 p.m.: ‘Instant Karma’ by Jess Sweetman
Do you believe in karma? For this week’s edition of Wednesday 3 p.m., writer Jess Sweetman poses the question: “Are your unruly offspring really just your penance for every annoying thing you’ve ever done?”
The Bear on KCRW Berlin: Stories of chance encounters
These true, personal stories were recorded live at The Bear on September 26 at ZENTRUM danziger50 in Prenzlauer Berg. The theme of the serendipity: stories of chance encounters.
