Frau Batsby

Melange A Deux: A Vienna Podcast

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Frau Batsby and Herr X research famous Austrian people and places. Two foreigners living in Vienna who can't help but love this historical imperial city.

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Episode 26: Maria Theresa The Empress Strikes Back Part 2 10.06.2024 37:29

This is part 2 of Maria Theresa. A formidable character! We are going on summer break until September! You can check out our pictures on Instagram under Frau Batsby. Thanks for listening! Music by Kevin McLeod

Episode 25: Natascha Kampusch An Incredible Woman 02.06.2024 29:55

As we wind down to summer, let's take a look at one of the top crime stories to hit Austria in the last 20 years. All about Natascha Kampusch who I consider to be one of the most amazing survivors I've read about. Music by Kevin McCleod.

Episode 24: Off Topic Summer Weekend Kick Off 24.05.2024 23:13

This week is just a short one! Off topic and we talk about the Rocketeer and Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil! Thanks for listening! Music by Kevin McLeod

Episode 23: Maria Theresia, The Empress Strikes Back: Part 1 19.05.2024 39:53

This week we talk about the boss bitch of the 1700s: Empress Maria Theresia. Thanks for listening!

Episode 22: What's in the Box?... Schroedinger. 12.05.2024 33:49

This week we talk a little about Erwin Schrödinger (gross).... And a little bit about the rough couple of weeks we've had. Thanks for listening! Music by Kevin McCleod.

Episode 21: National Treasure, The Spear of Destiny 24.04.2024 29:32

This week we talk about the Spear of Destiny housed in Vienna at the Imperial Treasury. It's pretty cool.

Episode 20: Goddess, Almaghty Part 2 20.04.2024 33:07

And now we are on to part 2 of Alma Mahler! Thanks for listening!

Episode 19: Who's On Third, Man? 11.04.2024 40:09

This week Herr X and Frau Batsby talk about the classic film: The Third Man. Also, Herr X has a great thesis about this film which surprised Frau Batsby... a lot. Music by Kevin McLeod: Danse Macabre

Episode 18: Goddess, Almaghty Part 1 05.04.2024 43:03

This week Herr X and Frau Batsby talk about complicated Viennese Grande Dame Alma Mahler. Another woman born in the wrong time. Music by: Kevin McLeod Danse Macabre

Episode 17: Off Topic: Irish Wish Movie Recap 24.03.2024 54:04

We went off topic today to talk about Netflix's new film Irish Wish starring Lindsay Lohan Music By: Kevin McLeod Danse Macabre

Episode 16: Feeling Ver-Klimt 08.03.2024 50:27

This week Herr X and Frau Batsby talk all about Gustav Klimt! Music By: Kevin McLeod

Episode 15: Meximillian: From Emperor to Mexecuted Part 2 29.02.2024 39:11

Part two of Emperor Max of Mexico! Thanks for listening! Music by: Kevin McLeod

Episode 14: Meximillian: From Emperor to Mexecuted Part 1 23.02.2024 49:46

This episode Herr X and Frau Batsby discuss tragic figure Emperor Max of Mexico. This is part 1. Music by: Kevin McLeod

Episode 13: You Don't Know Jack 17.02.2024 40:26

This episode Frau Batsby and Herr X talk about Austria's serial killer: Jack Unterweger. A horrible horrible man. Thanks for listening! Music by: Kevin MacLeod.

Episode 12: Shock Me Amadeus 26.01.2024 44:59

Join Frau Batsby and Herr X on this episode all about Austria's prodigal son: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart! Kevin MacLeod Danse Macabre

Episode 11: Oh Niki You're So Fine 20.01.2024 38:15

This episode Frau Batsby and Herr X talk about legendary race car driver, Niki Lauda! Thanks for listening! Music by Kevin McLeod Danse Macabre.

Episode 10: The Viennese Falco(n) 13.01.2024 39:26

All about the criminally underrated son of Vienna: Falco. Herr X and Frau Batsby talk about the complicated Austrian popstar. Thanks for listening. Music by Kevin McLeod: Dance Macabre

Episode 9: The Hills Are Alive With The Sound Of Lies 05.01.2024 39:50

Happy New Year! We are back, baby! This week we talk about the true story of The Sound Of Music. Childhood destroyed. Music: Danse Macabre by Kevin McLeod

Episode 8: Sisi, That Don't Empress Me Much Part 3 14.12.2023 40:43

Herr X and Frau Batsby cover Part 3 and the finale to Empress Sisi. What a journey! Happy holidays and see you in the new year! Music by: Kevin McLeod Danse Macabre

Episode 7: Sisi, That Don't Empress Me Much Part 2 07.12.2023 50:35

We are back with part 2 all about Empress Elisabeth! Oh the drama! Music by KevinMcLeod Dance Macabre

Episode 6: Kramp R' Us 30.11.2023 30:10

This week Herr X and Frau Batsby talk about the legend of Krampus. A terrifying Christmas character that shows up once a year! Thanks for listening! Music by Kevin McLeod Danse Macabre

Episode 5: Sisi, That Don't Empress Me Much Part 1 19.11.2023 41:55

In this episode we talk about Empress Elisabeth a.k.a. Sisi... also, the OG People's Princess. This is part one of the series about a tragic figure of Austrian history. Music by Kevin McLeod Dance Macabre

Episode 4: Egon Schiele, Not a Ghostbuster 10.11.2023 39:22

This week Frau Batsby and Herr X discuss controversial artist Egon Schiele. Join us for a lively artsy conversation. Music by Kevin McLeod Dance Macabre

Episode 3: The Hunt for Freud October Part 2 29.10.2023 42:23

Join Herr X and Frau Batsby on the second part on Sigmund Freud! Sources are stated in Episode 2. Music by Kevin McLeod Dance Macabre

Episode 2: The Hunt for Freud October Part 1 20.10.2023 39:23

This week Frau Batsby and Herr X discuss the "Father of Psychoanalysis" Dr. Sigmund Freud. A fascinating character with so much to talk about... Music by Kevin MacLeod Danse Macabre