Issue 16: Toxic Tourism and Backyard Botanicals

Welcome to another issue of URSA, Europe’s audio magazine! In this first section you’ll hear the latest headlines out of Europe, including updates on the ongoing protests in France, Germany’s transportation strike, and a Berlin celebrity cameo in the latest John Wick film. You’ll also hear climate updates, including news about a failed climate referendum, solar panels on Switzerland’s railway tracks, and how a breeding pair of rodents are being reintroduced to London for the first time in 400 years!Once you’ve been updated on European climate and news, flip to the the next sections of URSA, to enjoy this month’s feature pieces, food updates from Will Maidment, the arts and culture section, plus an exciting local artist spotlight. Our theme music is from Lucas Carey, with audio from Epidemic Sound. Cover art by Sian Amber Fletcher. This episode is brought to you by Bear Radio. If you’re a producer based in Europe and have an idea for an URSA story, we’d love to hear from you! We’re always accepting new pitches.Support for this podcast comes from our Patreon - if you like URSA and all the incredible stories that come with it - then please consider supporting us at patreon.com/ursapodcast. The price you’d spend on a coffee would go to supporting us and our contributors each month.