Memories from Wendehausen: Podcasts for the fall of the Berlin Wall

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Erleben Sie die bewegenden Geschichten der „Mauerfallkinder“ und der Menschen aus Wendehausen in den neuen MDR-Podcasts anlässlich des 35-jährigen Jubiläums des Mauerfalls. „Wendehausen – Heimat im Todesstreifen“ und „Deutschland – ein halbes Leben“ bieten Einblicke in die Auswirkungen der Teilung Deutschlands und der Wende auf individuelle Schicksale. Jetzt in der ARD Audiothek und überall, wo es Podcasts gibt!
Experience the moving stories of the "Wall Fall Children" and the people from Wendehausen in the new MDR podcasts on the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. "Wendehausen - home in the death strip" and "Germany - half a life" provide insights into the effects of the division of Germany and the turning point for individual fates. Now in the ARD audio and wherever there are podcasts! (Symbolbild/MB)

What a fascinating echo of history! In keeping with the 35th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, two new MDR podcasts throw a fascinating light on personal fates, which are inseparably connected to the division and change of Germany. These podcast productions published in the ARD Audiothek, deep insight into life stories of people who lived near the inner German border.

The first row, "Wendehausen - home in the death strip", starts on October 2 and highlights the tragic experiences of the villagers of Wendehausen in Thuringia. For years, these people lived in an unusually restrictive environment, where day by day the threatening backdrop of the death zone caused fear and uncertainty. The stories of people who experienced forced resettlements and even had to tear down their home are an urgent testimony of the time.

insights into a shared society

With urgent stories, the authors Pierre examine and Björn Menzel, as such experiences still sustainably sustainably. Using personal reports and interviews, the protagonists describe what significant challenges they had to overcome - and how the shadow of the past extends to today. The contribution by Matthias Monday and Eberhard Nembach from the region ensures a broad perspective that includes both personal and collective experiences.

But that's not all! On October 8th, another podcast, "Germany - half a life. 35 years of the fall of the Berlin Wall" will be available from Christian Bollert. Here "Wall Fall Children" have their say, all of which were born on November 9, 1989. Your experiences and thoughts on topics such as the current housing shortage or climate change draw a multi -layered picture of our time and invite you to think.

One of the protagonists, Jamila, is a talented singer from Berlin who grew up with a Palestinian father. Your life on the way to your own career reflects the challenges that many young people experience in today's Germany. Tom from Leipzig and Julia from Frankfurt am Main share similar experiences and show that the past also shapes the present. Your stories are more than just personal anecdotes; They are part of a greater narrative about reunification and the development of the East German lifestyle.

The sound design of the electronics artist Martin Kohlstedt from Weimar ensures an impressive acoustic accompaniment, which gives the podcasts a special touch. The first two episodes will be available for streaming on October 8th in the ARD Audiothek, while the other episodes will follow every week, so that the audience can always remain up to date.

A note for journalists: MDR offers both podcasts exciting content, recordings and the opportunity for interviews with the protagonists in advance. Interested parties can contact press@mdr.de directly. This is a unique opportunity to deeper into the topic and discover stories that have shaped Germany.

don't miss this - the past calls and the stories are waiting to be told!