On the last episode of Common Ground in 2020, we hear from a man who has profoundly influenced Berlin and transatlantic relations for many decades: Former U.S. Ambassador to Germany, John Kornblum.
The police tweeted they were pepper sprayed and pelted with bottles and rocks and fired back water cannons and pepper spray in response.
Two of Berlin’s most informed tastemakers take us on a weekly journey soundtracked by what is rocking the hippest city on earth right now.
Starting on Nov. 23, Berlin landlords will be held accountable for reducing their tenants’ rents if the amount exceeds the upper limits set by the state by 20%. It’s part of Berlin’s controversial “Mietendeckel” or rent cap law, which is still being challenged in court.
Host Sumi Somaskanda delves into modern-day discrimination in Germany and its history of racial injustice. This episode first aired on June 10.
It is with a heavy heart that we inform you KCRW Berlin will discontinue operations next month. It has been an honor serving the English-speaking community and being part of a decades-long tradition of American public radio in the German capital.
Chancellor Angela Merkel warned more restrictions are likely coming next week because the pandemic is not slowing down enough.
Join Henry Rollins for two hours of musical discovery. Keep the music playing and STAY FANATIC!!!
We discuss the repercussions of a Joe Biden presidency and whether he will reverse four years of Donald Trump’s antagonistic foreign policy as many in Germany and the rest of Europe hope.
We spoke with Michael Culme-Seymour — aka Marlais — about his love of folk music and his life in Berlin. (Originally aired Sept. 28, 2020)
Join Moderna as she explores Berlin’s influence on techno, dark disco, and left field culture.
