They go by various names: garden homes, allotments, colonies, or in German: Schrebergäten, Kleingärten. The fact that they go by so many names reveals reveals their complex history and ongoing context within the city. If you are interested in getting one or understanding their history, significance, current troubles, and possible futures, tune in!

Episode 07 is written by Katarina Petrović, Cody Swanson and Nic Pinâ

Artwork by: Katarina Petrovic

Music by: Cody Swanson and One Man Symphony (https://onemansymphony.bandcamp.com/)

Berlin is known for many things, but playgrounds are not one of them. Which is weird because they’re amazing. They might not fit the poor but sexy image of Berlin’s never-ending nightlife, but the playgrounds here are some of the most creative and challenging around. And there are a lot of them.

For the last 50 years Berlin has nurtured playground design and innovation, while many parts of the world retreated to boring plastic slides and rubber ground.

In this episode we explore the complex relationship between city planning, political movements, creative risk taking, legal systems and the history of the playground itself. And discuss the importance of these often overlooked spaces.

Episode 06 is by Katarina Petrovic, Cody SwansonArtwork by: Katarina PetrovicMusic by: Cody Swanson

In many ways, Tempelhof is both everything and nothing at the same time. A seemingly endless space that’s known and loved as much for all the things it has, as for the things it doesn’t. What is it that keeps people coming to this park year-round, and why is the public so invested in it?

In this episode we explore the history of the park going back to the 1800s, what the future might bring and the different reasons people love it. Through interviews, soundscapes, and narrative we explore the largest park in continental Europe.

Episode 05 is by Katarina Petrovic, Cody Swanson and Nic Piña.
Artwork by Katarina Petrovic
Music by Cody Swanson