Berlin's Top 10 Radio Shows You Need to Listen To

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It should be no surprise that a city producing some of today’s best music is also highly politically and socially motivated. Likewise, as well as hosting art talks, poetry shows and diverse music, Berlin radio is not afraid to speak out against social injustice, deconstruct gender norms, host open political talks, and generate dialogue around contemporary cultural criticism. Here are some of the best radio stations active in Berlin now.

THALAMUS

Searching for something brainy and delightful? Look no further. THALAMUS is not only interested in projecting groovy tunes to its audience, but it also encourages some wheel-spinning, existential, provocative ideas. So tunes are curated to penetrate musical, intellectual and emotional soul. THALAMUS’s mission is to create an all-inclusive station that confronts and eradicates all gender and social constructs, divisions and boundaries.

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GORGEOUS GUATEMALA

Gorgeous Guatemala

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1. Guatemala

An express adventure for those with limited time off. Prepare yourself incredible experiences. You will hike a volcano, visit mayan temples and witness a ceremony and take in beautiful colonial Antigua.

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BEACHY BELIZE

Beachy Belize

5 days . Mini
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2. Belize

A quick trip not too far away for those seeking a relaxing mini break. You will have plenty of free time to relax but also some awesome activities to experience the rainforest and the caribbean sea.
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COLONIAL MEXICO

Colonial Mexico

5 days . Mini
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3. Mexico

An exciting mini trip exploring the lesser known colonial towns of central Mexico. This is hte perfect trip for someone with limited time off and still wants to turn on explorer mode and do something different.
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ADVENTUROUS ECUADOR

Adventurous Ecuador

8 days . Epic
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1. Ecuador

A remarkable 8 days adventure through the Andes and the Amazon rainforest. The best choice for adventure seekers wishing to visit the 2 most iconic areas of South America, in only 1 week and no flights.

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ANCIENT PERU

Ancient Peru

9 days . Epic
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2. Peru

An alternative itinerary to classic Peru, from Cusco to Arequipa. This itinerary is great combination of highlights Cusco and Machu Picchu with the lesser known Arequipa and Colca Canyon.
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SEDUCTIVE SOUTHERN ITALY

Seductive Southern Italy

10 days . Epic
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1. Italy

The ultimate Italian experience from the vibrant streets of Naples to the breathtaking sceneries of the Amalfi Coast followed by Matera and down to Puglia with its golden beaches, intense flavours and fascinating destinations.

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EDINBURGH AND THE SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS BY TRAIN

Edinburgh And The Scottish Highlands By Train

7 days . Culture
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2. Scotland

Embark on this great adventure starting from London all the way to Scotland with a true Scottish experience made of breathtaking sceneries, whisky tasting and ..lots of fun! Ideal for train lovers and explorers.
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COMPLETE PORTUGAL BY TRAIN

Complete Portugal By Train

8 days . Culture
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3. Portugal

A wonderful train journey around Portugal, from the romantic city of Porto to the Douro Valley, to the beautiful Aveiro all the way to Lisbon and Sintra. The perfect trip to train, culinary and culture lovers.
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SOULFUL SOUTH KOREA

Soulful South Korea

10 days . Epic
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1. South Korea

Discover incredible temples, mountains and modern cities on this 10 day adventure. This trip is perfect for those seeking immersion in the cuisine, culture and natural wonders of South Korea.

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THAILAND, CAMBODIA & VIETNAM

Thailand, Cambodia & Vietnam

11 days . Epic
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2. Thailand

From Bankgok to Angkor Wat to Ho Chi Minh City and everything in between - adventure through the heart of South-East Asia. Taste the delights, see history brought to life and unwind on a Mekong River cruise.
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SECRETS OF SRI LANKA BY TRAIN

Secrets Of Sri Lanka By Train

10 days . Culture
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3. Sri Lanka

A fantastic adventure that showcases Sri Lanka's fantastic landscapes, wildlife and flavours. With 3 epic rail journeys, 3 UNESCO heritage sites and time to relax, this trip has loads to offer at a great price
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EPIC MOROCCO

Epic Morocco

11 days . Epic
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1. Morocco

An epic journey across Morocco: from Casablanca to Marrakech, through the blue city of Chefchaouen to the wonders of the desert and deep to the High Atlas Mountains - this trip has it all! Ideal for true explorers!

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ULTIMATE EGYPT

Ultimate Egypt

9 days . Epic
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2. Egypt

From Cairo to Aswan, this trip brings the land of the pharaohs to life. You'll visit the Pyramids, Valley of the Kings and Luxor Temple and cruise down the Nile in style. This is the perfect way to explore Egypt.
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IMMERSIVE KENYA

Immersive Kenya

8 days . Epic
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3. Kenya

An immersive blend of culture and wildlife for first time travelers to Africa. Learn about Nairobi, sample local coffee in the Aberdares and finish up with a fantastic safari stay in the Masai Mara.
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Radio On

Transmitting to cities like London and Amsterdam, Radio On started out as pirate radio before making the move to legalise its Berlin station and stream live for 24 hours. Suffer from insomnia or have anxiety attacks at 4am? Just tune into Radio On online and listen to a perfect stranger at this Helden Der Arbeit-award-winning station.

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Radio Fawela Berlin

Learn to redefine ideas of radio, Berlin and yourself with the help of Radio Fawela, a 25-year-long project with the objective to connect all the pieces of the self and selves living in Berlin. This platform allows artists and individuals to both find themselves and put themselves on the map for others to find.

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ALEX Radio

A true representation of Berlin’s multicultural approach and diverse ideas and expression, ALEX is a non-commercial radio station with the goal to provide news and information that is relevant but not necessarily mainstream. Its TV, radio and internet programs serve as platforms for Berliners to express contemporary ideas and dialogues, reporting both major and minor events. Additionally, the radio broadcasts indie, rock ‘n’ roll, country, soul, surf and more. Be sure to check out the live video stream.

Carla Dal Forno

Carla Dal Forno’s radio show offers nostalgic inspiration through post-punk experimental tunes to help listeners recharge and challenge and conquer the day. There are also a nice mix of come-down tunes for those who have had too much coffee.

Radio Rixdorf

Tune into Radio Rixdorf (broadcasting live from Sameheads bar Tues–Sat from 2pm) for house, electro, dub, obscure club music, Brazilian beats and plenty of other genres that probably never existed beforehand. In the Neukölln area? Stop into Sameheads for some of the best music playing in Berlin.

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Berliner Rundfunk 91.4

Tune into Berliner Rundfunk 91.4 (easy with a working FM radio) to hear all the classics you grew up listening to during pre-teen carpools to the movies, school or the pizza shop. Expect everything from Queen, The Strokes, Bob Dylan and (of course) Sinéad O’Connor’s ‘Nothing Compares to You’.

Backyard Radio

Whilst hip-hop, soul and funk dominate the waves in major international cities, their presence in Berlin is, unfortunately, weaker than electronic music. Stations like Backyard Radio are dedicated to promoting diverse soundscapes, and Backyard Joints is a hip-hop staple station.

Laut.fm

As diverse as our daily moods, Laut.fm is a mixed bag in the greatest way and plays a range inclusive of German hip-hop as well as some schlager. Unlike many of Berlin’s radio stations, Laut.fm has advertisements, but it’s just a little bread and butter to pay their DJs, which we think are worth supporting.

Reboot.fm

Reboot.fm, a Berlin-based art radio station, includes artists, musicians, activists and plenty more. The collective knows that Berlin is a dynamic, multicultural city and has much to say, discuss, exaggerate and create. For a musical experience, tune in to Radio Ngoma with DJ Zhao‘s live shows (88.4) on Saturdays and Sundays, 3pm–1am, and let your work week float far behind.

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