Issue 18: Enzymatic Recycling and Weaponized Tears

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 Serbia’s weapons amnesty, the approaching deadline for Italians to claim reparations from World War II, and the police raids on the Letzte Generation in Berlin. In the second section, you’ll hear two fantastic original pieces: The first is from the Rewild Podcast - a series by James Shooter in collaboration with Rewilding Europe - about Europe’s natural landscapes and the work being done to protect them. The second comes from Rhymes with Schmaren, a podcast by Jarral Boyd. In this preview feature, Jarral is joined in conversation by Tan Brown to discuss the issues of white beauty standards, code switching, and the weaponization of white women's tears. The food section brings another adventure with foodie Will Maidment! This time, we’re talking about what’s on offer at Berlin’s iconic Thai Park, as well as its uncertain future. And the Arts & Culture section explores Berlin’s Karneval der Kulturen, followed by a packed June event roundup with LOLA Magazine’s Alice O’Brien. For our Artist Spotlight, Julia speaks with Cherilyn MacNeil and Jean-Louise Parker of Crow Baby. 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.