Conversations with authors, musicians, founders and the people who make Basel tick – recorded for The English Show.
Karin Mohler’s debut novel «Today, the Snow was Sand», out on November 10th, 2026, is about 12-year-old Aivi, who never wanted to leave Göteborg – but in the remote wilds of Lapland, nothing is as it seems.
Saskia Stäuble and Michael Odermatt are Dust of Soul, a Swiss music duo whose work brings together music, spirituality and personal transformation.
The English Show’s Gabe Bullard has a new book out called «Against Convenience». The book looks at why labor-saving devices and apps have failed and offers some ideas for what to do about it. It covers design, psychology, art, news, and more.
Elliot Frueh from Galerie Sechs joined us to talk about two exhibitions: «The Mind Is Not a Machine», which is running until October 2, and «Unbound Bodies», running from October 9 to 30.
BasGame is the biggest annual board game event in Northwest Switzerland. It offers a unique board game experience filled with fun and discovery. Focused on modern board games, it boasts a wide variety of 600+ games and many activities for everyone.
Do you know which number to call in a medical emergency in Switzerland, or elsewhere in Europe? In her latest Health Matters podcast, Dr Michelle Wright explains the essential numbers to remember and introduces EchoSOS, a free app that can help you contact the right emergency service, share your precise location, and make vital information available when it matters most.
The new FHNW Campus Dreispitz in Basel, completed after two years of construction, will open in the autumn semester of 2026. The campus will house around 1’200 students and 150 employees from the University of Economics and the University of Computer Science, offering flexible learning and working spaces.
Insurance is an essential part of life in Switzerland, but understanding the system – from mandatory health insurance to liability, car, household, legal protection, and pensions – can feel overwhelming, especially for newcomers.
When Ian the Gadget Guru is contacted by a “recruiter” with a tempting job offer, a few red flags quickly give the game away. Rather than simply ignore the scam, Ian decides to have a little fun, keeping the scammer busy for a couple of days before the inevitable request for money arrives. His story is a timely reminder to stay alert: scammers are persuasive, practiced and very good at making their demands sound legitimate.
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