Peace vigils

2014: a beginning in a public square.

My public engagement began with the Berlin peace vigils in March 2014. The recordings on this website include different reflections on that time, from 2023 to 2026.

From research to a first event.

In the interviews I describe how political questions and a post online led me to organise a demonstration myself. That began a period of public speaking and new connections at the Brandenburg Gate.

Support and tensions.

I remember people contributing equipment, time and practical help. At the same time, conflicts arose over people, direction and organisation. Later panels bring several participants back to that period. Their recollections and assessments differ.

Looking at my own part.

In the SHIFT Summit conversation I describe initially trying to organise a movement with a business mindset. Looking back, I see limits to that approach. I also discuss my anger and frustration at the time. Those questions belong to an honest recollection for me.

Different years, different perspectives.

The video library follows the shared playlist order. Individual video pages, descriptions and chapters make it easier to compare the recordings. Archival footage and comments by other participants remain in the context of each conversation.

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04 Sep 2024·POLITIK SPEZIAL - Stimme der Vernunft

Better times ahead?

In conversation with Helmut Reinhardt, Lars Mährholz recalls the beginnings of the Berlin peace vigils in 2014.

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