Hier & There. The podcast of the Germanic-American Institute (GAI Podcast)
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Hier & There. The podcast of the Germanic-American Institute (GAI Podcast)
Since 1957, the Germanic-American Institute has been building cultural bridges between the American Midwest and German-speaking European countries. We cordially invite you on the inside, to join us as we share insights into German grammar and the German cultural experience. We’ll look at current top...
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S4|E16: And Cut! That's a wrap, folks!
There is no easy way to "exit stage left", alas, we must.
Somewhat surprisingly, this is the final episode of the GAI's Podcast "Hier & There"....
S4E15 | "Welcome to Amerika" - Revisiting the student experiences of a 2018 project
In this episode, we are welcoming 4 students of the University of St. Thomas; revisiting the impressions, memories, and take-away from their project "...
S4E14 | Favorite things - Part Two
In this episode, Gunther provides a short summary of the most recent news headlines involving Germany's and Austria's responses to the invasion of Ukr...
S4E13 | Ukraine - how D-A-CH is involved & Jeana Anderson, Executive Director of the GAI
The Russian invasion of Ukraine rages on. We are in week 3 of a war between Goliath and David. In US media, most of the focus is on Russia and Ukraine...
S4E12 | Similarities of contemporary Russian and WWII German propaganda | Team Q&A with Erin & Audra
In this episode, we are tabling "This fortnight in history", summarizing the similarities of contemporary Russian and WWII German propaganda.
Th...
S4E11 | Fortnight in History & Tales from the Kinderstube
In this episode, Audra & Gunther take you on a journey through history, touching on the Holocaust and Mozart, among other significant events.
Fo...
S4E10 | This fortnight in history & The German Election. Politics in the making.
In this episode, Audra and Gunther introduce you to our new "format".
First, we're diving into the "fortnight of history". Then we'll welcome o...
S4E9 | TCGIS's Dr. Kirsten Christensen
Welcome to the first episode of 2022!
In this episode, we welcome Dr. Kirsten Christensen, the executive director of the Twin Cities German Imme...
S4E8 | The 2021 Holiday Sing-A-Long with John Hoffacker & Special Guest Cristina Czaia
This is the final episode of 2021, and we invite you to join Minnesänger Director John Hoffacker leading German Christmas songs from the grand piano a...
S4E7 | Author Claudia Clark "Dear Barack: The Extraordinary Partnership of Barack Obama and Angela Merkel"
In this episode, Audra and Gunther are talking with Claudia Clark, a US-Expat, presently living in Germany.
Claudia joined us via Zoom - we apo...
S4E6 | Dr. Priscilla Layne on culture, racism, history, film, and critical race theory
In this episode, Audra and Gunther welcome Dr. Priscilla Layne.
Dr. Layne is presently a professor at the University of North Carolina, Chapel H...
S4E5 | Americans in Germany Drinking Whiskey - the Expat Life (Part 2)
If you wondered what it's like to live in Germany, as an American, Ex-Pats Alex and Geoff can fill you in.
In this episode, we’re talking about...
S4E4 | Americans in Germany Drinking Whiskey - the Expat Life (Part 1)
If you wondered what it's like to live in Germany, as an American, Alex and Geoff can fill you in.
Living in Berlin, they have inside knowledge,...
S4E3 | German Election Results - Part 2 with Katrin & Wim
In this episode, we welcome Katrin and Wim, discussing the outcome of the German election in September.
If you would like to know more, there ar...
S4E2 | German Elections - Part 1
After 16 years, Chancellor Angela Merkel is stepping down, opening the race to various contenders. Who is in the lead, what do they stand for, and wha...
S4E1 | Wanderbus, with Nils Martin
Der Wanderbus is a digital learning environment, virtually taking you through Germany, highlighting aspects of culture, sustainability, and more.
S4E0 | Welcome!
Time is flying, and we're already starting with Season 4 of the Hier and There Podcast.
We do have a few changes to announce, including the sepa...
S3E27 | Kinderstube, Oktoberfest, and Summer Break
This is likely one of the shortest episodes we've brought to you.
Nonetheless, it is worthy of your time, as we talk about the upcoming classes...
S3E26 | Storycast: "Die anhänglichen Pantoffeln" (Part 2 of 2, in German)
Storycast: "Die anhänglichen Pantoffeln"
If you'd like to read along, you can find the text to the story by clicking this Link
This story...
S3E25 | Conversation with Consul General Wolfgang Mössinger
In this episode, we welcome the Consul General of Germany, Wolfgang Mössinger. He is located in Chicago, IL, representing Germany in the Midwestern st...
S3E24 | Storycast: "Die anhänglichen Pantoffeln" (Part 1 of 2, in German)
Storycast: "Die anhänglichen Pantoffeln"
If you'd like to read along, you can find the text to the story by clicking this Link
This story...
S3E23 | Racism. The Teenager-Adult Perspective (strong opinions)
In this episode, we enter the classroom. A week-long session on racism, led by Caro Blank, Germany's adaptation to equality, and the commonalities and...
S3E22 | Storycast: Hörspiel - Gelb und Rosa - Teil 2 (in German)
This is part 2 of "Gelb und Rosa". S3E21 contains part 1 of the audioplay.
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Courtesy of Julia Hart, "Hier and There" takes a StoryCast...
S3E21 | Storycast: Hörspiel - Gelb und Rosa - Teil 1 (in German)
Courtesy of Julia Hart, "Hier and There" takes a StoryCast detour, presenting to you a professionally acted, scored, and edited "Hörspiel".
If...
S3E20 | Brewing an Experience: Dan Justesen, President of Utepils
Utepils - it’s in the name. :)
In today’s cast, we welcome Dan Justesen, the President of Utepils in Minneapolis.
Visit their website at h...
S3E19 | Storycast: "Nick, seine Freunde und der Fotograf" (in German)
Storycast: "Nick, seine Freunde und der Fotogra"
If you'd like to read along, you can find the text to the story by clicking this Link
Thi...
S3E18 | Deutsche Tage 2021 & the history of Deutsche Tage (replay of S2E5)
Deutsche Tage is back! The 2021 edition is returning to the lawn at the GAI and we are excited to see you!
All the relevant information is in th...
S3E17 | Racism.
Racism in Germany and the world.
In this episode, the trio talks about racism: a topic on many people’s minds, the foundation of many conversati...
S3E16 | Storycast: Schiller "Der Taucher" (in German)
Storycast: "Der Taucher"
Schiller's "Der Taucher" is a rather high-level poem (9/10 and will certainly challenge you.
If you'd like to re...
S3E15 | A [new] trio, New Staff, The Saarland, Task-Based-Learning vs. Grammar Learning & Events
In this episode, we are introducing new staff members; we’re taking a short “trip” into the Saarland; then we’re taking a pro-con look at task-based l...
S3E14 | Storycast: "Herr Meier spart" (in German)
Storycast: "Herr Meier spart"
If you'd like to read along, you can find the text to the story by clicking this Link
This story comes from...
S3E10 | Storycast: "Der Schmied und der Teufel" (in German)
Storycast: Der Schmied und der Teufel
If you'd like to read along, you can find the text to the story by clicking this Link
The intention...
S3E13 | "Learning from the Germans" - a virtual talk with Dr. Susan Neiman
Today’s episode is the podcast version of a virtual talk with Dr. Susan Neiman; “Learning from the Germans”.
Susan Neiman directs Berlin’s Einst...
S3E12 | Storycast: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Poetry (in German)
Storycast: Goethe's "Erlkönig", "Der Zauberlehrling" and "Abschied"
If you'd like to read along, you can find the text to the story by clicking...
S3E11 | The "Grammofiles" (Word order), German/Austrian News Sources, and Events
In this episode, we welcome Jeana Anderson, Executive Director of the GAI. Jeana is claiming back her role as a German teacher. Today’s topic: German...
S3E9 | Virtual Talk: Denazification and the Cold War—The United States and Germany after WWII
Virtual Talk: Denazification and the Cold War—The United States and Germany after WWII
In this episode, we revisit a talk from Professor David T...
S3E8 | Storycast: "Die Gespensterjagd" (in German)
Storycast: Die Gespensterjagd
If you'd like to read along, you can find the text to the story by clicking this Link
The intention of "Auf...
S3E7 | From behind the scenes: Danika Hoffmann, Board Chair of the GAI
The GAI has many layers. Commonly, you only see the front-end of the house. Our incredibly dedicated staff, the many passionate volunteers, and our am...
S3E6 | Storycast: "Der gestohlene Satz" (in German)
Storycast: Der gestohlene Satz
If you'd like to read along, you can find the text to the story by clicking this Link
The intention of "Der...
S3E5 | "The Trio" talks about "False Friends" (Grammar), Customs and Habits, and Events.
The Trio is back!
Erin, Katrin, and Michael talk about “False Friends” - words that are the same or eerily similar in Germ...