Award-winning real stories of the Cold War told by those who were there. Every week we interview an eyewitness of the Cold War. Across soldiers, spies, civilians, and others, we aim to cover the whole range of Cold War experiences. Hosts Ian Sanders, James Chilcott, and Peter Ryan bring your ears into the heart of the Cold War. Reading a history book is one thing, but hearing a human voice, with every breath, hesitation and intonation brings a whole new dimension to understanding what it was ...
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A brief daily podcast about Cold War History delivered as it happened on this day in history (1945 to 1994).
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Hello and welcome to Another Berlin. We are Katarina and Cody. We both moved to Berlin a few years ago and the whole idea for this podcast came from wanting to explore the history and culture of the adopted city we love. We want to better understand what makes this city unique and inspires so many to want to call it home. So we will be doing in-depth dives into the ideas and movements that shaped this city and its culture, in parallel with the mainstream.
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Podcast dedicated to all that served in Berlin, Germany from 1945 to 1994. US Army, UK Forces, French Forces, and Soviet Forces were allies in post World War II Germany. This is our story.
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New cases for the reporters: episodes 27 to 52 take Paula and Philipp all around Germany. Their investigations include laser attacks in Jena and changes on the trail of the Berlin Wall [English version]
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One of the most influential musical figures of our time, Daniel Barenboim, Music Director of the Staatsoper in Berlin, La Scala in Milan and the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra, introduces his new venture Peral Music, a digital recording label initiated and curated by the Maestro himself. He presents his ideas behind this initiative and the label's forthcoming projects at the Apple Store, Kurfürstendamm.
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A podcast about 1. FC Union Berlin, brought to you by the folks behind Union in Englisch. Views aired in this podcast are those of the speakers, and aren't associated with 1. FC Union Berlin Twitter: @unioninenglisch Website: http://union-berlin.com
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Are you planning to move to Germany and are you getting a headache with the bureaucratic system? Are you looking for a flat, but you are not being invited to viewings? Welcome to the podcast ReloBerlin, in which we will tackle all the questions that might arise when you arrive in Germany. Instead of taking hours to try to understand what would you do next regardless of booking an appointment, filling out paperwork, or finding a Kita, School or a permanent flat, with my step-by-step method yo ...
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Leading authors, artists and creatives explore the places that have most inspired their creativity and lives. From Belfast to India, from California to Berlin, discover fascinating places that ignite creativity easily.
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Welcome to CC Talks, where we talk all things football business.
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One of your favorite series from CNN is now available in your favorite podcast app. Join world-renowned chef, bestselling author and Emmy winner Anthony Bourdain to discover Parts Unknown: little-known destinations and diverse cultures that make our global community more connected. Start from the beginning in Myanmar, and listen through the series conclusion on the Lower East Side in New York City.
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The Real Time History Podcast (formerly The Great War podcast) is hosted by Jesse from Real Time History. We are an independent production company known for The Great War and Real Time History channels on YouTube, the documentary series 16 Days in Berlin and Rhineland 45 and more. On the podcast Jesse interviews historians from around the world on their topics and current publications to bring you the newest in historic research.
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How do you get into the mind of the devil, when that devil is trying to get into yours? Alongside Crime+Investigation’s TV show Making a Monster, the partner podcast series Making a Monster: The Tapes has exclusive access to extra interview recordings from the forensic psychiatrists, psychologists and pathologists featured within the eight-part TV broadcast. Hosted by British television presenter Cherry Healey (BBC’s Inside the Factory), Making a Monster: The Tapes will provide insight into ...
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A series of talks on music, nature, sound, and the world around us hosted by musician and writer David Rothenberg
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I will be 70 years old in April 2021. In 1971 at the age of 20, I left Sri Lanka on a scholarship to pursue higher studies in Germany. In 1982, after my PhD, I became a lecturer at the faculty of Mineralogy at the University of Berlin. In 1991, my wife, two children and I migrated to Perth, Australia. From 1992-1995 I was time to time engaged by United Nations and Commonwealth Secretariat as an Advisor on precious minerals and worked in Ghana, West Africa. Since 1976 I have been very intrigu ...
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Booking & Promos: tybur@tyburofficial.com Are you ready to be taken from your busy, mundane life, down a twisted path of euphoria and melancholy? From the netherworld which rests just below the surface of this universe, Tybur is infatuated with mortals and their joie de vivre. He will show you the edge where darkness lies, but guide you back to the light, gifting you a fervent outlook on life. Described by Canadian Musician Magazine as ‘a force to be reckoned with’, Tybur emerged from the We ...
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This series is specifically aimed at helping to change the current fear-ridden attitude of the wealthy world to migrants, as well as to grant the migrants themselves (be they refugees or economic and climate driven) a voice of self confidence and pride. We'll be talking to extraordinary people who are transforming themselves and their host countries, with courage and ingenuity.- If the title of the podcast is “Migrant Odyssey”, its spirit is certainly “Too big to contain”. Your podcast host ...
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COLD WAR MINUTE 365: 08.15 Listen here: Cold War Minute 365. Enjoy!By David G. Guerra, MBA
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COLD WAR MINUTE 365: 08.14 Listen here: Cold War Minute 365. Enjoy!By David G. Guerra, MBA
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The longest-held prisoner of war in American history (360)
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Jack Downey was the longest-held prisoner of war in American history. He was a CIA officer captured in China during the Korean War and imprisoned for twenty-one years. I speak with Barry Werth the author of Prisoner of Lies - Jack Downey's Cold War. He details Downey’s story when the CIA recruited him as a new Yale graduate in the post-World War II…
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Beginning with the death of Stalin in 1953, the “sixties” era in the Soviet Union was just as vibrant and transformative as in the West. The ideological romanticism of the revolutionary years was revived, with a renewed emphasis on egalitarianism, equality, and the building of a communist utopia. Mass terror was reined in, great victories were won …
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Low Flying the Cold War USAF F-111 Nuclear Bomber (358)
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Due to personal circumstances, I’ve been unable to produce a new episode this week, however, you will be aware of the many gems in the back catalogue and I have chosen one of my favourites today which is a rip-roaring story of service in the USAF with Rick Shreve an F111 pilot which I know you will enjoy. Normal service should be resumed next week.…
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Reporting on the 1989 Revolution in Romania and the Czechoslovak Velvet Revolution (357)
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Allan Little recounts his journey from his student days in Edinburgh to working as a journalist the front lines of Cold War history in Eastern Europe and beyond. In 1989 he found himself on the night shift at the BBC’s Today programme in London when the Berlin Wall fell. Witnessing the world change in real time Allan’s desire to be part of these mo…
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Mafia Spies and the CIA Plot to Kill Fidel Castro (356)
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Thomas Maier an investigative journalist is our guide to the shadowy world of organized crime and espionage where shares insights from his extensive research and writing, including his latest book and drama documentary "Mafia Spies," which explores the unlikely alliance between the CIA and the Mafia in their attempts to assassinate Fidel Castro. We…
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Teaching English in East Germany (355)
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Bärbel was born in a village near Magdeburg in 1962, She explores her personal and professional life growing up in East Germany. We delve into her family's views on the East German government, her journey to becoming a teacher, and her experiences teaching English. We cover gender roles and the pressures to become a member of the communist party. A…
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Cold War Nuclear Bombing Missions and a UFO Encounter (354)
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Cold War RAF pilot Jeremy Lane, shares his gripping experiences, from nuclear bombing missions to a close encounter with a UFO. He was trained to fly the Canberra aircraft on nuclear bombing missions and describes how the American weaponry they would have used required dual control from both the President of the United States and the British Prime …
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Cheltenham Schoolboy to Cold War Canberra Jet Pilot (353)
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Jeremy Lane’s fascination for aviation was nurtured by countless childhood hours watching aircraft at Staverton Airport and North Weald. He shares his experiences flying the Jet Provost and later, the Canberra. He describes the capabilities of this versatile and iconic aircraft, from high-speed reconnaissance to its nuclear role. The Canberra's des…
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A Cold War Hungarian Journey Through War, Revolution, and Emigration (352)
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In this comprehensive narrative, Imre recounts his life from his birth in 1936 in Hungary to his emigration to the West after the 1956 Hungarian Revolution. He discusses the influence of his family’s Hungarian and German heritage, his father’s work in the oil industry, and the impact of World War II and communist rule on his upbringing. The account…
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In this riveting account, Tilo recounts his experiences as an East German soldier during the final months of East Germany. He details the rising political awareness among soldiers, and his fear that his unit will be asked to shoot on demonstrators also provides a personal perspective on the pivotal moments leading up to and following the fall of th…
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Face to face with the Soviets at the Cold War Reykjavik Summit between President Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev (350)
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This episode is brought to you by the CNN Original Series Secrets & Spies: A Nuclear Game which premieres 2nd June 2024 and is available now on BBC Iplayer). The series tracks the spies operating behind the scenes in the 1980s as the Cold War brings two superpowers to the brink of nuclear war. This razor-sharp series examines the tenuousness of glo…
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Maqluba: the upside down dish that is life on the West Bank
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Send us a Text Message. Life on the West Bank is upside down for Palestinians. They have little of rights on their land that they have lived on for centuries. The towns that they do live in cannot grow because they are being strangled by encroaching Israeli settlements. East Jerusalem, internationally designated as the Palestinian capital - is not.…
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The President’s Kill List - Assassination and US Foreign Policy since 1945 (349)
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Luca Trenta is an associate professor at Swansea University and has recently authored The President's Kill List: Assassination and US Foreign Policy Since 1945. We dig in detail into the contents of the book delving into the history of Cold War CIA operations including instances of electoral interference and assassination. Our conversation explores…
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The sinking of the USS Scorpion and the Velvet Revolution (348)
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I’m a big fan of the History Daily podcast, where my good friend Lindsay Graham takes you back in time to explore a momentous moment that happened ‘on this day’ in history. Visit Historydaily.com or search History Daily in your podcast app to learn more. As an introduction to History Daily I have selected two Cold War-themed episodes that I know yo…
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Wilson, Don, Bas, Mark, & Kyle chose to reconvene one last time this season instead of watching the 1./2. Bundesliga Relegation play-off for this episode of Mattuschka's Right Peg. We look back at the season that was. The highs and lows of a rollercoaster no one could imagine at the beginning of the season. February's Tor des Monats from Paulina Kr…
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A US Diplomat's Son in Cold War Soviet Union, Nicaragua and Cuba (347)
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In this fascinating interview, Patrick D. Joyce recounts his unique experience growing up as the son of a U.S. diplomat during the Cold War. Living in the diplomatic community of the Soviet Union, Nicaragua, and Cuba, Patrick shares vivid memories of his father's career as a Soviet and linguistic expert, who rose to become Deputy Ambassador at both…
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Wilson, Don, Bas, Mark, & Kyle are joined by Dave from the 'Union Berlin in the U.K & Ireland' Facebook fan group for this episode of Mattuschka's Right Peg. Klassenerhalt. 1. FC Union Berlin managed to retain their Bundesliga status on goal difference thanks to a 2-1 win over SC Freiburg and results going our way elsewhere. Dave and Kyle give thei…
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"Even If what stays of Gaza is rubble. The rubble will be my home"
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Send us a Text Message. This episode is extraordinary not just because Tareq - a young man from Gaza - has an extraordinary story to tell, but because as he tells it , one can hear each stage of his life unfiltered. He is able to express what Tareq the child felt long before his adult self understood the years' long blockade -seige- under which his…
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East German Army Bullying, Serving in a Brigade HQ and Military Exercises (346)
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Warning: This episode does cover the subject of suicide. If you need help please use these links: UK https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/ Rest of the World https://findahelpline.com/i/iasp Tilo shares his raw and powerful testimony of a young man conscripted into the East German military at the height of Cold War tensions. …
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Wilson, Don, Bas, Mark, & Kyle are in the studio for this episode of Mattuschka's Right Peg. The new manager bounce lasted about 40 minutes, as 1. FC Union Berlin managed to turn a 2-0 lead away to Köln into a 3-2 defeat. With one final league fixture at home to Europe-chasing SC Freiburg ahead, other than black pudding soup what comes next? We als…
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America's Cold War Scottish Bastion (345)
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David McKay is a former Cold War special forces officer and author of Bubbleheads, SEALs and Wizards: America's Scottish Bastion in the Cold War. His book highlights the Scottish bases' significant role in supporting the US military over three decades. David brings his expertise into play, examining this intriguing story by reaching out to more tha…
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Wilson, Don, Bas, Mark, & Kyle are in the studio a week earlier than scheduled for this emergency episode of Mattuschka's Right Peg following the sacking earlier today of 1. FC Union Berlin head coach Nenad Bjelica. We ask how we've ended up in this position and try to look for positives ahead for the final two games of the season and the future th…
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The Challenges of a Christian East German Childhood (344)
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Tilo offers an engaging and personal account of growing up in East Berlin before the fall of the Berlin Wall. He begins by describing his early childhood in a rundown building in Prenzlauer Berg before moving to a new prefab neighbourhood in Lichtenberg. Tilo’s grandfather on his mother’s side was a pastor in the Lutheran church and second in comma…
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It's Wilson, Bas, Mark, & Kyle for this episode of Mattuschka's Right Peg. We look back at the home defeat against Bayern and the draw away to Gladbach. We also look at what needs to change for Union to stay in the league, with vital games against Bochum and Köln ahead. If you want to get in contact with us, the best place to do so is here. Thank…
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Commanding a Cold War US Navy Nuclear Missile Submarine (343)
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Bill Woodman is a former US Navy nuclear missile submarine commander, who shares his rich experiences from joining the US Naval Academy in 1964 to commanding two SSBN submarines, the USS James Monroe and the USS Alabama during the Cold War. Bill opens up about his initial aspirations, rigorous training at the Naval Academy, and his challenging inte…
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Your Guide to Driving in Germany: International Driver's Permit and Flying Brooms
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Hitting the road in Germany? ReloBerlin keeps you in the fast lane with this guide to navigating German driver's licenses and International Driving Permits (IDPs) for our non-EU friends. Part 1: Gearing Up - Do You Need a German License? EU Citizens: Cruise on your home country's license for up to six months. Afterward, or if you're not from the EU…
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My friend the Bridge of Spies spy - Part 2 (342)
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Burt recounts the surreal experience of learning about Fisher's true identity from a newspaper headline, the subsequent FBI interrogations, and the emotional courtroom testimony where he struggled to reconcile his friendship with the stark reality of espionage. Burt's journey leads him to Moscow in a failed attempt to reconnect with Fisher, reveali…
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37: Who Can't Be Bought By The West?
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Wilson, Bas, Mark, Don & Kyle for this episode of Mattuschka's Right Peg. We also chat Star Trek, Paw Patrol, and Fußballgott Michael Parensen. If you want to get in contact with us, the best place to do so is here. Thanks as always to Die Wallerts for the intro and to you for listening.
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What Club Will Have Me? David Rothenberg Interviewed by Victoria Vesna
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Finally I dare to make myself the subject of an interview in my own podcast. The art/science pioneer Victoria Vesna grilled me on how I got where I am today: What I learned from John Cage, R. Murray Schafer, and all those birds, bugs, and whales I have made music with for years.By David Rothenberg
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My friend the Bridge of Spies spy - Part 1 (341)
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In a riveting episode that peels back the layers of Cold War espionage, we sit down with Burt, an artist who unwittingly befriended a man better known as Colonel Abel, the infamous Bridge of Spies Spy who was exchanged for shot down US U2 pilot Gary Powers. Burt knew Abel as Emil Goldfuss but his real name was Willie Fisher from Newcastle Upon Tyne…
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Woofs, Meows & How-Tos: Your Guide to Adopting & Caring for Pets in Germany + Extra: Cats, Cauldrons, & Conspiracy: The El-Wises and the Rise of German Beer
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Hey fabulous folks, welcome back to Relo Berlin! Your host Seku here, slaying the bureaucracy beast and spilling the tea on all things Deutschland. Today, we're diving into a purrfectly juicy topic: pets in Germany. Whether you're a seasoned cat lady or a dapper dog dude, this episode is your guide to navigating pet ownership in Berlin like a pro. …
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A Diver Sapper in the Cold War Soviet Navy (340)
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Valeriy was a Soviet Navy diver sapper and was born and raised in Kyiv, Ukraine. I have used a human translator for this episode so the main voice you will hear is my translator Galina Ryabova who was kindly funded by one of my financial supporters Valeriy opens up about his childhood, the impact of the Great Patriotic War on his family, and his mo…
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Rowan from the West Bank: "I lost my sense of fear - and that's scary."
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Send us a Text Message. Imagine navigating the complex layers of survivor's guilt while fostering a beacon of innovation amidst the ricochet of conflict. Join us as we welcome Rowan, a resilient Palestinian businesswoman and engineer from the West Bank, who shares an intimate portrayal of life under occupation. Her vivid narratives reveal the deep …
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Gymnastics and Pills: An East German Childhood (339)
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Sirka offers a comprehensive exploration of life in East Germany, detailing the experiences of growing up in Neubrandenburg, the influence of the East German state and the Stasi, and the societal impacts of Mikhail Gorbachev's policies leading up to the fall of the Berlin Wall. She also talks of her intensive gymnastics training and being given pil…
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It's Wilson, Mark & Kyle in the studio for this episode of Mattuschka's Right Peg. Like many this season (but hopefully not Scotland on June 23rd - Kyle) Union lost in Stuttgart, however the team bounced back with a superb win against Werder Bremen. We discuss those games, Kyle sheds a tear over Jakub Busk and we look ahead to a tricky run of fixtu…
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Job Search in Germany: Your Ultimate Guide (from Cover Letters to Interviews) and some feminine witchy literature. Bonus: Exhibition in Halle
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This episode is packed with everything you need to dominate your job search in Germany! We tackled crafting a killer cover letter in the previous episode, and now we're diving deep into the interview process. Here's a quick recap of the cover letter episode: Write in the same language as the job posting (German if required). Aim for 250-400 words (…
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The Soviet-Afghan War lasted ten years between 1979-1989 and led to the deaths of between 500k and 2m Afghan civilians. I speak with Nick Geering a Russian history and language teacher. From his memories of the haunting sight of uniformed amputees in St Petersburg to the complex origins of the conflict, we explore the intricacies of a war that was …
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Turning Point: The Bomb and the Cold War on Netflix Podcast (337)
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Turning Point: The Bomb and the Cold War, is a nine-part documentary series from director Brian Knappenberger, that provides a comprehensive appraisal of the events that led to the Cold War and traces the conflict around the world and through the decades. While the Cold War ended in 1991, even a casual appraisal of current headlines reveals that re…
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We're not the cause of the wars that we flee. So why punish us as if we are?
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Send us a Text Message. Stellah Nikuze is the daughter of Rwanda genocide survivors. Born and brought up in the Kyaka 11 refugee camps in Uganda, she has emerged as a fierce advocate of refugees and the voiceless. Educated in classrooms with more than 100 children per teacher, she co-founded the Hodari Foundation which focuses on feeding, skilling …
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Sex, spies and scandal : the John Vassall affair (336)
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Alex Grant’s new book Sex, Spies and Scandal The John Vassall Affair has everything: a honey trap, industrial-scale espionage, journalists jailed for not revealing their sources and the first modern tabloid witch-hunt, which resulted in a ministerial resignation and almost brought down Harold Macmillan’s government. With access to newly released MI…
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Crafting Your Berlin CV: Insider Tips for German Job Applications and Enchanting Stories of Witchy Potions
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Welcome back to ReloBerlin! In today's episode, we're diving into the intricacies of finding a job in Berlin, catering to different experience levels and language abilities. Whether you've just graduated, have a few years of experience, or are a seasoned professional, there are strategies to help you navigate the job market in the vibrant capital o…
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V-Bombers: Britain's Nuclear Frontline in the Cold War (335)
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V-Bombers: Britain's Nuclear Frontline in the Cold War is a new book by Dr Tony Redding that takes a deep dive into Britain's V-bomber force's operational nuclear war role. Tony reveals the intense preparations and the stark realities faced by the aircrews, who lived in a perpetual state of wartime readiness despite being in a country at peace. The…
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35: If They're For It, Stand Against It
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Wilson, Mark, Bas, & Kyle are in the studio for this episode of Mattuschka’s Right Peg. We kick off looking back at the games against Hoffenheim, Heidenheim and Dortmund. We also dive into the recent protests, and the victory for fans and club members across Germany that followed as a result. If you want to get in contact with us, the best place to…
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On the Streets of Cold War Estonia fighting for Independence (334)
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Timo takes us on a journey through the tumultuous events of the 1991 Soviet coup attempt, as experienced from the streets of the Baltic States. As the coup unfolds, Timo finds himself in Lithuania, planning to covertly visit the closed city of Kaliningrad. He shares the tension sharing a dining table with a Soviet officer, unknowingly on the eve of…
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Borderlands and Battles: A Finnish Town's Cold War Story (333)
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Timo takes us to the remote Finnish border town of Kuusamo. He paints a vivid picture of a childhood overshadowed by his grandparent’s memories of their home lost during World War II and their proximity to the Soviet Union. As a child, he was fascinated by the invisible line that marked the end of the world— the heavily guarded border with the USSR…
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Australian Cold War Maritime Air Patrols (332)
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Leigh joined the RAAF in 1978 to train as a pilot but was scrubbed after a few months and transitioned to training as an Air Electronics Officer (AEO) at the RAAF School of Air Navigation. He flew on the P-3C Orion and was employed in operations across the Indo-Pacific region on maritime patrol surveillance operations in the region - which included…
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Sofia's odyssey: From Ukraine to Berlin via London and Israel
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Send us a Text Message. This is the story of Sofia - a Ukrainian refugee now living in Berlin. After living in Israel , she and her Israel husband went back to Ukraine a few months before the war with Russia in 2022, to be with her mother and grandmother.All too quickly she found her life turned upside down. This holder of a masters degree in inter…
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Wilson, Mark, Cherrie, Don, & Kyle are in the studio for this episode of Mattuschka’s Right Peg. Another month has gone, and things appear to be looking up, despite having no right-backs, with our coach settling things on the pitch and starting fights with opposition players off it. We chat about the month that was Union, on and off the park and lo…
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