Literature: Christine Westermann and Mona Ameziane in the new podcast!

Literature: Christine Westermann and Mona Ameziane in the new podcast!

On Monday, June 30, 2025, Christine Westermann and Mona Ameziane bring a breath of fresh air to the literary world with their podcast "two sides - the podcast over books". The program, which can be heard in the ARD Audiotheke and in the radio program WDR 5, promises both controversial and mutual discussions about books and literature. The two moderators talk about personal reading tips and anecdotes who not only entertain, but also stimulate thought. NDR [reported] (https://www.ndr.de/fernehnungen/das/norddeutschland-und-die-welta- show1547094.html) that the broadcast dates are certain for the coming week: Monday, June 30th, from 6:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Tuesday, July 1, from 05:15 to 6:00 a.m.

The show is supported by Miriam Rumohr as a production manager and Stephanie Barrenberg as editor -in -chief. Christine Westermann, who is considered a Grande Dame of Literature Journalism, and 31-year-old Mona Ameziane, who appeals to the young generation in the book world, invite her listeners to explore the world of literature from two perspectives.

A look at the topics

In the first episode, there is already an exciting foretaste of the topics treated. Christine Westermann recommends Shirley Jackson's book, which is about a family that moves in the 1950s, and Mona Ameziane presents "Okaye Tags" by Jenny Mustard, which tells of a love story between London and Stockholm. These are just a few examples of how the two moderators shed light on central topics such as lovesickness, wanderlust, family and sleep through suitable books.

From February 2024, radio listeners enjoy the “2 pages” program, which will be broadcast every week on Sunday at 3:05 p.m. An additional audience is addressed who may be looking for new reading recommendations and a stimulating exchange about literature. Thus you offer a forum for intergenerational dialogue - a concern that is particularly important to both moderators.

a flourishing podcast environment

The world of literary podcasts is booming like never before. A broad spectrum of formats, from feminist book podcast to programs to the challenges when making books, can be found on platforms such as literature podcasts.de. Here, various hosts such as Maria-Christina and Ludwig discuss independently, while Judith Gridl and Klaus Rathje Author: In the inside, receive in their Berlin rooms to chat about current literary topics.

This variety reflects a great interest in literature and its different facets. Thus, the attentive literature fan does not only buy a book, but also a ticket to the exciting world of podcasts that dynamically promote reading culture and create new reading experiences.

If you don't want to perceive the commitments of the weekly programs, you can use the ARD audio library and listen to the episodes in a relaxed manner. With their podcast "two sides", Christine Westermann and Mona Ameziane set an example for the exchange between the generations in the literary world and magically captivate the audience.