An American in Vienna
Pioneering African American chemist Percy Julian combated discrimination in his field his entire life in the U.S. But from 1929 to 1931, he found the freedom to realize one of his dreams – in Vienna. In the foyer of the …
Pioneering African American chemist Percy Julian combated discrimination in his field his entire life in the U.S. But from 1929 to 1931, he found the freedom to realize one of his dreams – in Vienna. In the foyer of the …
Austrian literary legend Friederike Mayröcker railed against the limits of order and convention, grappling with grief and longevity until the bittersweet end.
Invisible, unseen, discreet: Professional interpreters bridge gaps and facilitate communication, and in Vienna, their work is often at the heart of the matter.
“In my poems I’m always telling stories, because so many of them were passed on to me
by my family.”
“Language development is dependent on interaction, you say something and your counterpart reacts. A smartphone couldn’t care less whether you react to it or not.”
“When I finally experience in person a sensation that I’ve translated – like the sound of the wind in a canyon – I get this feeling of déjà vu, or maybe déjà ‘traduit.’”
“Politicians think we don’t like Vienna. In fact, the opposite is true: We’re critical because we love this city that much.”
“Corruption will never be 100% eradicated. But it’s important to set parameters and structures that show people that in the end, corruption doesn’t pay.”
Best known as the author of a children’s classic and (possibly) a pornographic novel, Felix Salten has never been given his due in his hometown – until now, that is
“Vienna has a great coffeehouse culture, but sadly – or in my case, fortunately – a bad coffee culture when it comes to quality.”
“What you see in the pictures is
not necessarily the reality. I don’t
get flown anywhere in a private jet
with a glass of champagne in my
hand. In the end, it’s hard work.”
Businesses that span generations are known for consistency, stability and tradition. Keeping these values alive is a continuous labor of love.
Families come in many shapes and sizes, but they share challenges. These Viennese are here to guide and inspire.
Wife, mother, traveler – humble but headstrong Ida Pfeiffer took the world by storm by circumnavigating the globe her way.
“Understanding each child is
like a puzzle that I piece
together.”
Robert Musil’s epic Austrian classic gets cut down to size to explore love and identity across the boundaries of self.
In his first foray into cultural criticism, musician Dave Randall
calls upon his readers to think outside the jukebox.
Founder, Fund of Excellence, Erste Group “Human capital is the oil of the 21st century. Ten years ago, it was all about big data. Now it’s about talent.” Natalia Corrales-Diez is a human angel. Attractive and poised, she easily turned …
Director, Die Wiener Volkshochschulen “When the world is spinning faster than you are, you need help to keep moving forward – so you don’t go off course.” The German word Quereinsteiger is tough to translate into English. Literally, it’s “someone …
In Yori authentic Korean cuisine takes the stage in Vienna as a veteran proudly looks on. One of my earliest memories as a child is making special excursions to New York City with my parents, my nose pressed against the …
“In war, culture is anything but irrelevant. Destroying someone’s cultural identity is just as painful as any physical wound.” Friedrich Schipper often travels without insurance – the destinations are considered too high risk. The places he and his colleagues travel …
“Coffee culture is booming. Which also means that these days, we even have to compete with the fancy espresso machines people have at home.” Café Weidinger is off the beaten path, a corner café on the far side of the …
To Vienna, with Love In Kevin Wignall’s new thriller, Vienna takes the spotlight and steals the show With a name like To Die in Vienna, Kevin Wignall’s new novel might give the impression of being one of those dark, death-obsessed …
“Wiener Schmäh is saying Schlagerl (mini-stroke) instead of Schlaganfall (stroke). It’s a way of being obsessed with death without ever talking about it.” Hannes Duscher and Roland Gratzer host an evening show on radio FM4 called Vorglühen (Preparty Buzz). For …
“Wiener Schmäh is maudlin, weepy, self-pitying, but also nostalgic, wistful, gemütlich and comforting.” If you really want to know what Wiener Schmäh is, ask a German. So say the Viennese cabaret duo, Gebruder Moped (Franz Stanzl and Martin Strecha-Derkics). For …
If Goldilocks had to choose a neighborhood in Vienna, it might be Altlerchenfeld.
“When I go back to my buildings and see how people interact with it – that’s the best present I could ask for.”
“Some of the most famous architects in the world – Zaha Hadid, Kazuyo Sejima – are non-Western, non-European women. That says a lot about how ‘emancipated’ we are here in the West.”
“The relationship with the horse is often even better than the one with a spouse. We have to both work together and have fun together.”
“We lead the world in organic standards because we’re a small country. The agricultural infrastructure is still on a small scale, so farmers can still give each of their cows a name.”
“Our children might graduate from school with the knowledge of how to fly to the moon, but they don’t have a clue about how important food production is.”
“If time is supposedly money, try buying some more of it once your time’s up. Quality of life is about enjoying it right here and right now.
Art can be a solitary craft, but for inspiring masterpieces to reach us, they need to go through many hands.
They have made democracy their business, whether as a software developer, university professor, museum director or in the parliamentary administration.
We talked to four guardians of our collective consciousness in the world of photography, hospitality, urban history and children’s books
We talked to four guardians of our collective consciousness in the world of photography, hospitality, urban history and children’s books
We talked to four guardians of our collective consciousness in the world of photography, hospitality, urban history and children’s books
Growing up with a diverse cultural background can be a challenge, but also a gift. These four people have made diversity their ally
Design is not just a profession, it’s a way of life. Whether it’s on the runway, backstage, on the go or online, these designers both live and love what they do
Whether it’s the official “I do”, or playing games with gender and sexuality, her life’s work celebrates love, sexuality and femininity
She gets high on people daring to say “I do”. This bubbly expat has dedicated her livelihood to capturing celebrations of love
Whether she’s playing games with gender and sexuality, or just celebrating love, music, fashion, this drag queen is an expert on being fabulous
Aside from manual dexterity, facility with numbers and a polished appearance, croupiers need skill with people and a mix of both ease and reserve.
Whether they’re uncovering drug cartels, teaching how to protect secrets, improving the image of the police department or fighting corruption, skepticism is their speciality
As we enter or leave this world, there are those seldom-thanked individuals that accompany us. We spoke to people who think and talk about living and dying every day
As we enter or leave this world, there are those seldom-thanked individuals that accompany us. We spoke to people who think and talk about living and dying every day
Want to go greener? Be like a Wiener! An introduction to the eco-friendly habits of the Viennese and how to minimize your carbon footprint.