The Botstiber Podcast

by Botstiber Institute for Austrian-American Studies

The Habsburg Empire may have collapsed following WWI, but the impacts left by the diverse multilingual state continue to affect the world, today. The Botstiber Podcast brings together historians, politicians, authors and more to help illustrate the connections shared by the various lands of the former Habsburg Empire and the United States.

Podcast episodes

  • Season 4

  • If Passports Could Talk #4 | Gerald Lehner

    If Passports Could Talk #4 | Gerald Lehner

    Born in Bad Gastein, nestled in the middle of Austria, Gerald Lehner began a lifelong journey from the alpine peaks of Central Europe, to the high-altitude vistas of the Himalayas, the windswept terrains of Alaska, and countless other places around the world. As an engineer and teacher, Lehner contributed directly to the communities that welcomed him. As a journalist for major news publications like ORF, Profil and Der Spiegel, he supported his hosts by sharing their stories with global audiences, thousands of miles away. Listen in to hear Lehner's most beloved and formative stories from his multi-continental adventures!

  • Duncan Bare

    Duncan Bare

    In this episode we are lucky to hear from recent Botstiber grantee and lecturer at the University of Graz, Duncan Bare. Bare's research has offered a new glimpse into the development of the United States' intelligence agencies, especially the OSS, SSU and CIG, in the context of their 1940s Austrian operations. Listen in to hear the stories of these organizations' early days, the normal people tasked with establishing their presence, and the eventual creation of the CIA! Recorded On: December 15, 2023

  • If Passports Could Talk #3 | Christoph Kapeller

    If Passports Could Talk #3 | Christoph Kapeller

    Today's guest is renowned architect Christoph Kapeller. In this episode, he reflects on his journey from southeastern Austria along the border with Slovenia, to busy streets across the United States, and sunny days in the historic Egyptian city of Alexandria. If you enjoyed the episode and would like to hear more from Gerald Steinacher, you can find his work at the following links: Christoph Kapeller Architecture: https://www.ck-architecture.com/ Christoph Kapeller Photography: https://cargocollective.com/ck-imaging __________ If you enjoyed, please like and subscribe to the Botstiber Institute to receive notifications of future podcasts.

  • Season 3

  • Christmas in Vienna (Full Special)

    Christmas in Vienna (Full Special)

    The Botstiber Institute for Austrian-American Studies presents, Christmas in Vienna. From warm meals in busy Christmas markets, to scary visits from Krampus, and gifts under the Tannenbaum, Austria has a wealth of cultural customs to offer throughout the month of December. In the first-ever Botstiber Christmas special, listen along as ten individuals from across Austria share with us their most cherished memories and traditions of the holiday season. __________ Narrated by: Luke Morgante & Valerie Arapis Edited by: Daniel Fullam A huge thank you to our Austrian guests who shared these memories with us, making the Christmas special possible: Gerald Steinacher, Günter Bischof, Ivett Rita Guntersdorfer, Finja Draxler, Valentina Funes-Rainer, Lena Höllebrand, Lilly Maier, Julia Secklehner, Kathrin Seel, and Christoph Kapeller. __________ Christmas in Vienna Pt.1 | St.Nikolaus, Krampus and the Perchten Christmas in Vienna Pt.2 | Holiday Traditions from the Austrian Alps Christmas in Vienna Pt.3 | Christmas Markets and Holiday Cuisine If you enjoyed, please like and subscribe to the Botstiber Institute to receive notifications of future podcasts.

  • Christmas in Vienna Pt.3 | Christmas Markets and Holiday Cuisine

    Christmas in Vienna Pt.3 | Christmas Markets and Holiday Cuisine

    Christmastime evokes memories of distinct sights, sounds and smells. in Austria, few locations embody these memories more than the Christmas markets that spring-up across the country, starting in mid-November. In the following, part three of the Botstiber Institute’s “Christmas in Vienna,” ten Austrians share their experiences from the largest Christmas markets, bustling with visitors in cities like Vienna and Salzburg, down to the smallest markets that seem to blend into the alpine forests surrounding them. In this part, the guests also share their favorite foods of the season, from grandma’s Christmas cookies at-home to Kaiserschmarrn from street vendors. __________ Narrated & Scripted by: Luke Morgante Edited by: Daniel Fullam A huge thank you to our Austrian guests who shared these memories with us, making the Christmas special possible: Gerald Steinacher, Günter Bischof, Ivett Rita Guntersdorfer, Finja Draxler, Valentina Funes-Rainer, Lena Höllebrand, Lilly Maier, Julia Secklehner, Kathrin Seel, and Christoph Kapeller. __________ Christmas in Vienna Pt.1 | St.Nikolaus, Krampus and the Perchten Christmas in Vienna Pt.2 | Holiday Traditions from the Austrian Alps If you enjoyed, please like and subscribe to the Botstiber Institute to receive notifications of future podcasts. The full special will be released soon!