Queer Love on Screen – What Thai Media Taught Me About Representation
Authors . Media . Media influence . Politics . SocietyBefore taking the Media Institutions in Munich course, I never thought too deeply about what it meant for someone like me to be seen in media. I enjoyed films, series, and pop culture just like everyone else, but I didn’t realise how powerful, how political, it can be simply to see your identity reflected honestly on screen.
Innovation in Practice: A Visit to Media Lab Bayern
Authors . Excursions . Germany . MediaOne of the absolute highlights of this whole course for me was our visit to Media Lab Bayern. It gave me a feeling more like stepping into a space where media, creativity, and tech were all just vibing together. The vibe was super chill but also buzzing with ideas. We got to see where people are
Journalism: the Sleeping Giant
Culture . Germany . Media . Opinion pieceThis semester’s “Media Institutions in Munich” seminar has been more than just a series of visits; it’s been a profound immersion, offering a clear view into the beating heart of Bavarian news. From the innovation of Media School Bayern to the political views of Süddeutsche Zeitung and the local emphasis of Münchner Merkur, each stop
Wrapping Up: My Personal and Academic Takeaways
MediaStepping into the media institutions of Munich was like walking through a portal that connects the past, present, and possible futures of journalism. Through visits to places like the Süddeutsche Zeitung (SZ), the Bayern Pressehaus, and the Munich Science Communication Lab (MSCL), I came to better understand journalism’s evolving role, not just as a profession, but as a
The personal style crisis in the digital world
Media . SocietyIn the era of social media, personal style has become both hyper-visible and oddly vacant. The most important form of individual expression, that was created through development of taste, life experiences, regional differences and the society one grew up in, has now become, more so, an expression of social media. Especially for the younger generation
From Goosebumps to Broadcasts: My Reflections on Science and Media Communication
Authors . Germany . Media . Media influence . Opinion piece . SocietyAs someone who’s always been curious about how messages shape minds, these past few weeks have been a turning point for me. Our guest visits in the room from Munich Science Communication Lab (MSCL) and Media School Munich weren’t just field trips, they were invitations into two very different worlds that both revolve around the same question:How do
Munich Science Communication Lab
Authors . Media . UncategorizedScience communication is currently facing various challenges relating to the links between climate change and human health and trying to point out actions that need to be taken. MSCL plays a crucial role in addressing burning issues in the field of planetary health. MSCL is a science communication lab dedicated to studying and improving the
MS Bayern – A modern approach to media communication
Germany . Media . Media influenceMy recent visit to Mediaschool Bayern offered a fascinating glimpse into the world of media training, revealing an environment that blends academic instruction with experience. Stepping into their campus in the outskirts of Munich, a sense of activity was immediately palpable. The institution, known for its radio station M94.5 and its commitment to grow young
Mediaschool Bayern: Fostering Media Education and Pluralism
Authors . Excursions . Media . Media influence . UncategorizedBy Sangnan Hua In an era where media literacy and diverse journalism are vital for a healthy democracy, Mediaschool Bayern has emerged as a unique institution in Germany’s media landscape. Founded in Bavaria as a non-profit training organization, Mediaschool Bayern operates non-commercial radio and television channels that serve as live laboratories for aspiring media makers.
SZ’s reach within the German landscape
City life . Climate Change . Culture . Germany . Media . Opinion pieceBy Ollie Standen The Suddeutsche Zeitung (SZ) is a Bavarian based newspaper founded in 1945 and is one of the largest newspapers in Germany. The tonality of the newspaper shifts towards a centre-left, liberal stance on politics and views, with readers being typically more educated fitting the A, B and C1 readership demographic. Media organisations