Visit to Radio LORA
Munich Media Landscape . TravelVisiting Radio LORA, a local radio station in Munich, was a really special experience for me. To be honest, I didn’t know what it would be like, but the inside of the station totally surprised me. It did not look like the big, fancy TV or radio stations we usually see. Instead, the place was
When Everything Is Possible: Inside Radio LORA München
Munich Media Landscape5.5.2026 Our first excursion to the Munich Media Institutions started in the studio of Radio LORA München on Schwanthalerstraße. Miss Karin Bergs gave a very nice introduction to us and showed us around. At first, I was expecting a typical media organization like some I have visited before, but what I encountered was something far
Radio LORA: Work for Free, Work for Freedom
Munich Media LandscapeI visited Radio LORA on May 5th, 2026. Radio LORA is located at Schwanthalerstraße in Munich. After entering the building, I found a cozy atmosphere. It had a quite different atmosphere from what I expected of a radio station. There were two small rooms with computers, a recording studio, mixing room, and even a small
Radio LORA – Voices Beyond the Mainstream
Munich Media LandscapeOur first field trip took us to Radio LORA, a community radio station located in the heart of Munich. As soon as we entered the building, it felt like I was stepping into a completely different media world. Instead of a modern office or a highly polished studio, we found a small, quiet and almost
RADIO LORA 92.4
Munich Media LandscapeDuring our excursion to Radio LORA, I expected to see something similar to a professional corporate radio station: large studios, modern equipment, and a busy office atmosphere. Instead, what surprised me the most was how small, warm, and personal the place felt. From the outside, you could barely tell it was a radio station at
More than just a radio: Giving a voice to the community
Media & Journalism . Munich Media Landscape . TravelDuring our fieldtrip in May, we visited Radio LORA München, one of the most unique media organizations in Germany. Located in Munich, Radio LORA is a private, non-commercial community radio station that offers a platform for social, cultural, ecological, and political topics. Unlike public broadcasters or commercial radio stations, LORA is run mainly by volunteers
Voice of the Voiceless: Radio LORA and the Resilience of Community Media in Germany and Beyond
Media & Journalism . Munich Media Landscape . TravelOn May 5, 2026, we visited the offices of LORA Community Radio and learnt about LORA’s past and present through an insightful introduction and presentation by Karin Bergs. This visit allowed us to dive deep into the editorial department and step onto the front lines of broadcast production, firsthand experiencing the unique role of community
Field Trip 1: Radio LORA – Community Radio, Limited Budget, Unlimited Voices
Media & Journalism . Munich Media LandscapeHello everyone, and welcome back to another blog post from my seminar Media Institutions in Munich. This time, we visited Radio LORA, one of Bavaria’s two community radio stations. After exploring several large and well-funded media organizations last semester, this visit offered a completely different perspective on what media production can look like. In this
More than entertainment: The value of free radio
Media & Journalism . Munich Media LandscapeAn alternative voice in the media landscape In an era where media is increasingly shaped by algorithms, advertising revenue, and audience ratings, truly independent platforms have become rare. While commercial broadcasters compete for attention with chart music, entertainment formats, and market-driven content, community radio stations continue to offer an alternative approach to journalism and public
Radio LORA is on air! 📻
Media & Journalism . Munich Media Landscape . TravelA behind-the-scenes look at Radio LORAI recently had the chance to visit Radio LORA München and it was an eye-opening experience. We got to see how this independent station keeps the spirit of “Free Radio” alive. The name “LORA” is short for Local Radio, inspired by a radio station in Zürich, Switzerland. Since the first