Behind the Mic:
Media . UncategorizedFor our latest field trip, we traded the classroom for the gritty, fascinating world of independent media. We visited the studio of Radio LORA München. Walking into the studio, one could immediately feel the history. Our host for the day wasKarin Bergs, who gave us the ultimate insider look at how this unique machine runs.The
Radio LORA: The Community Radio Dilemma of Bavaria
Culture . Germany . Media . Politics . UncategorizedRadio LORA is a community radio station operating in Munich. It was founded under the name “Lora Friends Association” in 1986 to financially support the radio station. They received their first frequency in 1993 and later changed to their new home and still lasting frequency of 92.4 fm in 1994. There are three types of
More than just a radio: Giving a voice to the community
Excursions . Germany . Media . UncategorizedDuring 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
Visiting Radio LORA Munich: A Different Side of Broadcasting
Germany . Media . Radio Free Europe . UncategorizedAs part of our media institute in Munich class, I have got an opportunity to visit Radio LORA München, a non-commercial and independent community radio station located in the heart of Munich. Unlike mainstream public or private broadcasters, LORA is run mainly by volunteers and focuses on social, cultural, ecological, and political issues. The second
Voice of the Voiceless: Radio LORA and the Resilience of Community Media in Germany and Beyond
Excursions . Germany . MediaOn 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
Excursions . MediaHello 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
Excursions . MediaAn 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! 📻
Excursions . Germany . MediaA 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
Rainy Coasts to Sunny Lakes, Ireland to Munich!
Culture . Germany . Media . Student lifeHello my name is Dylan and I come from small village on the coast of Dublin called Malahide. In Ireland I study a BA in Creative and Cultural Industries with a structured elective in German at UCD (University College Dublin). I suppose that nicely leads into the lingering question; why come to Munich? German has
Final Blogpost: Reflections on Professional Journalism
Authors . Excursions . Germany . Media . SocietyExploring different forms of Journalism During this course on professional communication, I had the opportunity to explore different kinds of journalism and media practices through multiple field trips. These experiences provided not only a practical insight into how media institutions operate but also a deeper understanding of the role of professional communication in society. One