History Flakes - The Berlin History Podcast
Explore the history of one of the world’s most captivating cities with "History Flakes - The Berlin History Podcast." Your hosts, seasoned tour guides Pip Roper and Jonny Whitlam, take you through the highs and low-lows of Berlin's past, exploring events, lives and stories from Berlin's past.
From the rise and fall of the Berlin Wall to the artistic renaissance of the Weimar Republic and the dark days of the Nazi dictatorship, each episode is a blend of history, stories from the tour guide streets, and a dash of humour. Whether you’re a history buff, a lover of Berlin, or simply curious about the forces that shaped modern Europe, join Pip and Jonny as they peel back the layers of Berlin's history. Discover the heroes, villains, revolutions, and evolutions that have defined this iconic city.
Welcome to History Flakes!
History Flakes - The Berlin History Podcast
S4E6: Comedian Harmonists w/ Matti Geyer
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Matti Geyer is here!!
And we’re talking about The biggest boy band 20th-century Germany had to offer!
The Comedian Harmonists, move over 5ive, get out of the way N’sync.
Who could forget ‘Mein Kleine Grune Kaktus’ (my small green cactus)
‘Veronica der Lent ist da’…a song about Lent. The sexiest time of year
Who’s the cute one? Which one loves his mamma? Most importantly who’s the bad boy?! (It’s…the Bass!). All against the backdrop of the Third Reich and World War Two, wowzer!
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Mixed and Produced by Alex Griffiths
https://www.instagram.com/alexgriffiths_music/
https://alexgriffiths.bandcamp.com/
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