Decades From Home - A Podcast About Germany

Episode 179: Mega Guests

May 18, 2024

Join Megan and Konrad from Megan's Megacan as they discuss Eurovision's popularity, German holidays, and political complexities. From the significance of 'mega cans' to reflections on Father's Day and Mother's Day celebrations, this episode offers a fun and insightful look at German culture and politics.

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Konrad

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Quick takeaways

Megan's Megacan podcast origins started informally, evolving into a structured show.

Enjoying 'Mega Cans' during recordings adds fun and camaraderie to the podcasting experience.

Discussion on Eurovision explores its cultural significance, political connotations, and impact on international relations.

Deep dives

Megan's Mega Can Podcast Origins

The podcast episode introduces the team behind Megan's Mega Can, an English language podcast focusing on German news for those interested in German news but not interested in reading about it. Bill and Megan and Conrad discuss how the podcast originated informally, starting with a casual conversation and evolving into a more structured show. Megan shares her background in Berlin for nearly 25 years, working in a theater and gradually moving into writing. Conrad, on the other hand, came to Berlin for techno and cheap rent post-university, returning after a brief stint in the UK.

Introduction

2min

Berlin Experiences and Drinking Mega Cans

19min

Reflection on Eurovision and Political Implications

16min

Differences in Celebrating Father's Day and Mother's Day in Germany

11min

Political Leaders in Germany and the CSU Candidate

8min

Exploring Light Culture and Identity in Germany

6min

Exploring Mega Can Ideas and Engaging with Audience Feedback

2min

Join us this week as we welcome Megan and Konrad, the wonderful hosts of the fantastic podcast Megan's Megacan, who share insights into their show's origins, the significance of the eponymous "megacan", and we learn whether alcohol can make us better podcasters.

We enlist the help of Megan to explain why Eurovision is so popular, and discuss whether politics and Euro-pop makes a for a good weekend, while Producer Simon candidly expresses his unique views on the renowned song competition.

Our conversation expands to the varied perspectives on both Mother's Day and Father's Day in Germany before we wrap up by picking Konrad's brains on the complexities of German politics. For those of you looking to support Ukraine or the many refugees currently fleeing the conflict, please take a look at these different charities and consider donating if you can.

Ukraine Crisis Media Centre - A list of different donation pages to help the Ukrainian military response.

Disaster Emergency Committee - Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal

Save the Children

Ärzte ohne Grenzen

Theme tune courtesy of Kloß mit Soß

Our conversation expands to the varied perspectives on both Mother's Day and Father's Day in Germany before we wrap up by picking Konrad's brains on the complexities of German politics.

For those of you looking to support Ukraine or the many refugees currently fleeing the conflict, please take a look at these different charities and consider donating if you can.

Ukraine Crisis Media Centre - A list of different donation pages to help the Ukrainian military response.

Disaster Emergency Committee - Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal

Save the Children

Ärzte ohne Grenzen

Theme tune courtesy of Kloß mit Soß

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