Issue 17: Hyperconnectivity and The Despotic Character of Men

Welcome to another issue of URSA, Europe’s audio magazine! In this first section you’ll hear the latest news and climate headlines out of Europe, including updates on the war in Ukraine, energy policies from Germany, strikes in France and some good bicycle news from the streets of London.In the second section, you’ll hear two fantastic original pieces: The first from Disconnected in 2050, a fictional podcast from the team at Europod, about Ezra, a woman who lives in the metaverse. And the second, an episode from Berlin Bigwigs - an ode to the world wonder that is Berghain.The food section brings another adventure with foodie Will Maidment! And the Arts & Culture section explores the German phenomenon that is Schlager, we meet the 2023 Berlin New Stand Up Awards Winner, Theo Mason Wood, and share an events calendar for the month of May. 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.