Karin Mohler & Dust of Soul: Stories & Music
Karin Mohler’s debut novel «Today, the Snow was Sand», out on November 10, is about 12-year-old Aivi, who never wanted to leave Göteborg – but in the remote wilds of Lapland, nothing is as it seems.
What's On
Events, concerts and things to do in Basel and the region – the ones we talk about on air each week.
On air
The English Show on Radio X
Every Tuesday, 19:00–20:00 · 94.5 MHz in Basel and online at radiox.ch.
From the show
Gabe Bullard with «Against Convenience»; Galerie Sechs Exhibitions
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.
BasGame Board Games Event; Health Matters – Emergency Numbers
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.
The New FHNW Campus Dreispitz
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.
As Swiss As Possible Podcast – Insurance Basics
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.
Gadget Guru – The Recruiter Who Wasn’t; Basel Culture
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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