{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/697675f435a98abf7cde1a7f/6ab1681ef9e04b2235135776?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"#30 - The One Where We Talk About Oktoberfest","description":"<p>We are running a bit late this Monday, but for good reason! Coline is back from a whirlwind trip through London and Paris, and she has some strong opinions on how the British and French capitals compare to Berlin. From London’s luxurious late-night shopping hours (why does Germany close everything so early?!) to a debate over which city has better food, friendlier people, and better nightlife, Coline shares her ultimate travel verdict. Plus, she reveals a surprising story about getting recognized by a podcast fan at a Shake Shack in London! 🍔</p><p>In the second half of the episode, we shift our focus from European capitals to the biggest festival in the world: the German <strong>Oktoberfest</strong>. 🍻</p><p><br></p><p>Alex tests Coline’s knowledge on the festival, and the facts might surprise you:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>👑 <strong>The Origin Story:</strong> Why Oktoberfest was never originally about beer, but rather a massive 1810 royal wedding reception for Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese.</li><li>🗓️ <strong>Septemberfest?</strong> Why a festival named \"Oktoberfest\" actually takes place in September.</li><li>💰 <strong>The Economics of Beer:</strong> We break down the jaw-dropping stats of the modern <em>Wiesn</em>. From waiters making €5,000 in two weeks, to the crazy €16 price tag for a single <em>Maß</em> (liter) of beer.</li><li>⛺ <strong>Massive Scale:</strong> A look at the 12,000-person beer tents and the staggering 8 million liters of beer consumed in just 16 days.</li><li>⚠️ <strong>A Serious Warning:</strong> Coline shares a very important safety warning about a dangerous trend involving needle-spiking at European festivals and large events.</li></ul><p>Have you ever been to Oktoberfest? Do you agree with Coline’s London vs. Paris ranking? Let us know in the comments, and we will be back on schedule next week! 🥨🍺🎡</p>","author_name":"Coline & Alex "}