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Broadcast, Disrupt, Stream: Radio in 100 Pictures at the House of Austrian History

This exhibition examines one hundred years of radio production and its profound influence on society.

Marking the centennial of radio, this presentation utilizes 100 behind-the-scenes photographs to reveal how the medium has shaped politics and personal connection. The collection invites visitors to reflect on the invisible waves of sound that have defined daily life, entertainment, and information for generations. Explore the unique evolution of broadcasting from its early days to the modern era of podcasts.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition marks the 100th anniversary of radio by exploring its role as a fundamental medium in daily life. Through 100 behind-the-scenes photographs, the exhibition illustrates how radio has functioned, evolved, and influenced society, politics, and emotional connection over the decades.

Curatorial context

Since its inception 100 years ago, radio has remained a persistent part of daily life, whether experienced as a public broadcast in a coffee house or as a private experience via a podcast. As media landscapes shift and public trust changes, the House of Austrian History utilizes this centennial to examine how radio has functioned and what it has achieved. The exhibition presents 100 behind-the-scenes photographs of radio production, revealing the invisible waves that have historically shaped society and politics. Beyond technical history, the exhibition investigates the unique ability of radio to connect with both the ears and the hearts of its audience. By highlighting the interplay between entertainment and information, as well as the profound emotional impact of music and the human voice, the exhibition offers a comprehensive look at the medium’s transformations over the past century. It invites visitors to reflect on how a technology built on sound has maintained its power to influence public sentiment and personal experience.

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Curated by Johannes Pötzlberger, with curatorial research provided by Antonia Heidl, Karoline Mayer, Marianna Nenning, and Florian Wagner.
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