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  • Beyond Berlin brings you stories big and small that start in Berlin and look eastwards to where the heart of the continent beats and its future is shaped. A journey through history, personal memories, books and stories that embody the spirit of a Europe that has much to tell of its past, but also much to build for its future.

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    Valentina Giannella
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Beyond Berlin brings you stories big and small that start in Berlin and look eastwards to where the heart of the continent beats and its future is shaped. A journey through history, personal memories, books and stories that embody the spirit of a Europe that has much to tell of its past, but also much to build for its future.

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Valentina Giannella
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  • "We fight to survive"

    "We fight to survive"
    2025/01/27
    Show Notes: "We Fight to Survive"Between 1942 and 1944, a group of families from Nazi-occupied western Ukraine hid in the local caves, with some never leaving for almost one year. This is their story.What does it take to survive in the darkest of times? How can humans endure months or even years without sunlight, fresh air, or certainty of survival? From Kyiv’s sewers to the forests of Poland, from the extermination camps of the Holocaust to modern-day hostage situations, the resilience of the human spirit continues to defy comprehension.This episode brings you the extraordinary story of survival by a group of Jewish families who, between 1943 and 1944, hid in the caves of western Ukraine to escape Nazi persecution. These caves, among the largest in the world, became both a sanctuary and a prison as the families navigated their way through unimaginable conditions for nearly a year.We connect this story with Viktor Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning, exploring how purpose and meaning can become the ultimate tools for survival. This is not just a Jewish story—it’s a European story, a human story.Along the way, we’ll delve into:• The unique geography of western Ukraine’s cave systems.• The heroic efforts of the Stermer family and their fight for survival.• How meaning and community can sustain life in the face of absolute despair.• Modern-day parallels to these harrowing experiences.Key Moments:Introduction – Why survival stories like this still matter today.Discovering the Story – From a Wikipedia footnote to a museum exhibit: how this history came to light.The Caves of Ternopil Region – Exploring the geography, history, and cultural significance of the caves.Life Underground – How the Stermer family and others adapted to life in total darkness.Betrayals and Bravery – The dramatic capture and escape of Esther and her family.The Role of Meaning in Survival – Insights from Viktor Frankl’s logotherapy.Modern Echoes – What this story teaches us about resilience in the face of ongoing conflicts today.--The story was featured in National Geographic Adventure in 2004 and inspired both a young adult book, The Secret of Priest's Grotto (2007), and a 2013 documentary featuring Nicola and four survivors. The movieReleased in 2012, is available on Amazon Prime and on YoutubeSources online* Christos Nicola, Peter Lane Taylor, The Secret of Priest's Grotto: A Holocaust Survival Story, 2007* Europe Between East And West, blog: Caving In – Optymistychna: The Ukrainian Underworld, 2021* Відвідай туроператор (Vidvidai Tour Operator): 5 the Most Interesting Caves in Ternopil Region* Smow Journal, Natalia Romik. Hideouts. Architecture of Survival at the Jewish Museum, Frankfurt, 2024 / also in the Frankfurt Jewish Museum website* Public Broadcasting Company of Ukraine, Media Portal, 11 min. documentary on the Ozernaya Cave, 2011* National Geographic Magazine, The Darkest Days, July 2004, via WebArchive.org* Haaretz, How Caves That Have Sheltered People for 6,000 Years Saved Jews From the Holocaust, Jul 22, 2023* Mykhailo P. Sokhatskyi’s scientific contributions on Research Gate focused on the prehistoric history of Verteba and Priest´s Grotto* (Video) Hideouts. The Architecture of Survival. - lecture by Natalia Romik at the Art Biennale Budapest, Nov 2024Credits:Research and narration by Valentina Giannella, based on the sources listed above.Music & SFX:Serge Pavkin “Prolonged Rain”A segment featuring Frank Birnbaum singing Avinu MalkeinuSome personal recordingsSound effects by ElevenLabs and PixabaySound Design: Valentina GiannellaDiscover more and subscribe at beyondberlin.substack.com Get full access to Beyond Berlin at beyondberlin.substack.com/subscribe
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  • "I feel at home in the entire world, wherever there are clouds and birds and human tears"

    "I feel at home in the entire world, wherever there are clouds and birds and human tears"
    2025/01/15

    Rosa Luxemburg – “I Was, I Am, I Shall Be”: Empathy in the Face of Oppression: Rosa Luxemburg's Universal Appeal, Beyond Politics and Revolution.

    On January 15, 1919, Rosa Luxemburg was murdered in Berlin, marking the tragic end of one of the most extraordinary lives of the 20th century. On the anniversary of her death, we delve into her legacy and ask: why does Rosa Luxemburg, a Marxist theorist and revolutionary from over a century ago, still resonate with us today?

    In this episode:

    • The Final Hours of Rosa Luxemburg: A harrowing account of the events leading to her assassination amidst the chaos of the Spartacist uprising in Berlin.

    • The Revolution’s Myth: Why her final prophetic words—“I was, I am, I shall be”—endure, not as a call to revolution but as a symbol of her humanity and ideals.

    • The Controversies of Memory: How Luxemburg’s legacy has been claimed, reshaped, and contested across ideologies, from East German state propaganda to her erasure in Poland.

    • Her Jewish and Polish Identity: Luxemburg’s complex relationship with her Jewish roots and her stance on nationalism, which continues to spark debate.

    • The Letters of Rosa Luxemburg: A glimpse into the poetic soul of a revolutionary through her correspondence, revealing her love of nature, humanity, and a universal empathy that transcends time.

    Highlights:

    • Luxemburg’s famous statement on freedom: “Freedom is always the freedom of dissenters.”

    • The rediscovery of her literary genius in her letters, which became cultural touchstones and even social media memes.

    • How Luxemburg’s universal humanism challenges the divisions of our polarised world.Music credits:

    • Sinfonia In D Minor F.65 Adagio - Johann Sebastian Bach

    • Music background Serge Pavkin

    • Soundeffects: Pixabay

    ON Beyondberlin.substack.com

    • Photo highlights of key locations from Luxemburg’s life, including the Landwehr Canal and Zamość, her birthplace.

    • Quotes from Luxemburg’s letters, including her reflections on global suffering and the interconnectedness of all humanity.

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    Beyondberlin.substack.com: Stories —big and small— that start in Berlin and look eastward, where Europe´s heart beats and its future unfolds. By Valentina Giannella, Berlin



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    27 分
  • A Walk Through Theodor Herzl's Vienna

    A Walk Through Theodor Herzl's Vienna
    2025/01/08

    This episode takes you on a historical walking tour of Vienna, tracing the life and legacy of Theodor Herzl, the father of modern Zionism. Despite facing anti-Semitism and opposition from within the Jewish community, Herzl's dream of a Jewish state was born and nurtured in the heart of Vienna.

    We explore the complex relationship Vienna had with Herzl, from his early days as an aspiring playwright to his emergence as a visionary leader. The tour highlights significant locations in his life, including his residences, the places where he worked, and the sites where his memory is – and isn't – honored.

    Key Themes:

    Vienna's Paradox: The city that nurtured Herzl's intellectual and cultural development also harbored deep-seated anti-Semitism, which ultimately fueled his Zionist vision.

    The Power of Vision: Despite facing rejection and ridicule, Herzl's unwavering belief in a Jewish state inspired a global movement and ultimately led to the creation of Israel.

    Memory and Legacy: The episode examines how Vienna grapples with Herzl's legacy, highlighting the often subtle and sometimes controversial ways his memory is preserved in the city.

    The Jewish Question: Herzl's struggle to address the "Jewish Question" in a hostile environment is central to understanding his motivations and the development of Zionism.

    Locations Featured in the Tour:

    Leopoldstadt:

    Praterstrasse 25 (Herzl's childhood home with a small theatre)

    Theodor-Herzl-Hof (social housing complex named after Herzl)

    Inner City:

    Kolingasse 13 (Herzl's student residence)

    Zelinkagasse 11 (another of Herzl's residences)

    Hollandstraße 1 (Herzl's family home)

    Marc-Aurel-Straße 7 (Herzl's apartment after marriage)

    Herzl-Stiege (staircase renamed in Herzl's honor)

    Theodor-Herzl-Platz (small square commemorating Herzl)

    Back from Paris:

    Pelikangasse 16 (where Herzl wrote "Der Judenstaat")

    New Life, New Home:

    Berggasse 6 (Herzl's family home)

    Währinger Strasse 5 (publishing house of "Der Judenstaat")

    Türkenstrasse 9 (office of "Die Welt" newspaper)

    Sigmund Freud Museum (Berggasse 19)

    Palestine and Back:

    Weimarer Strasse 68 (Herzl's residence in Währing)

    Haizingergasse 29 (Herzl's final residence)

    The Final Days:

    Döblinger Cemetery (Herzl's burial place)

    Musikverein Wien (location of Herzl's memorial service and the XI Zionist Congress)

    Notable Figures Mentioned:

    Karl Kraus ● Theodor Herzl ● Empress Sisi ● Gustav Klimt ● Karl Lueger ● Mark Twain ● Sigmund Freud ● Martin Buber ● Kaiser Wilhelm II ● Sultan Abdul Hamid II ● Tsar Nicholas II ● David Lloyd George ● Pope Pius X ● Stefan Zweig ● Franz Kafka

    Quotes:

    "Die Wiener lieben ihre Träume, aber sie fürchten die Visionäre." (The Viennese love their dreams, but they fear the visionaries) - Karl Kraus

    "Ich bin ein Wiener durch und durch" (I am a Viennese through and through) - Theodor Herzl

    "Wer ein Jud ist, das bestimme ich” (Who is a Jew, I decide) - Karl Lueger

    "In Wien habe ich alles gelernt, was mich geprägt hat – auch die Konflikte.” (In Vienna I learned everything that shaped me - including the conflicts.) - Theodor Herzl

    "In Wien bin ich aufgewachsen mit der Ahnung, dass die Judenfrage nicht nur eine soziale, sondern eine nationale Frage ist.” (In Vienna, I grew up with the realization that the Jewish question was not only a social issue but a national one.) - Theodor Herzl

    Music:

    ● J. Strauss II: Geschichten aus dem Wienerwald, Op. 325

    ● Antonín Dvořák, Slavonic Dances, Op.46

    ● Franz Schubert Serenade No. 7 from Schwanengesang

    ● Keep Walking, Serge Pavkin

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