Monitoring, Tracking, Decoding - Eberhard Schellenberger's Activity in KuBiZ Oberasbach
Live and Breathe the GDR: Eberhard Schellenberger, a Journalist Turned History Maker, Sets the Stage
In the heart of Oberasbach, Eberhard Schellenberger, veteran reporter and studio manager for Bavarian Radio, dives deep into his chilling past as a Stasi target, giving us an unprecedented look at life in the GDR. On November 20, 2025, at 6:30 PM sharp, Schellenberger takes the stage at Kultur- und Bildungszentrum (KuBiZ) to share first-hand accounts, buried secrets, and harrowing tales from his time amidst the iron curtain. Armed with his riveting book "Codenamed Antenne," published by Wurzburg Echter Verlag in 2023, this is more than just your average book reading.
Get ready for an awe-inspiring journey as Schellenberger unpacks his treasure trove of original BR archive recordings, eye-opening images, and intriguing videos, complemented with his private documents and intimate memories. He meticulously recreates the tense, divided landscape of Germany while exposing the sinister mechanisms of the GDR surveillance state. As you delve into the traps set by the omnipresent Stasi, you'll be riveted by Schellenberger's personal encounters and the absurd, at times comical twists in his Stasi file.
"Codenamed Antenne" isn't merely a biographical expedition but a poignant warning about the importance of press freedom, the need for diverse perspectives, and the preservation of our democratic values.
This electric event goes down in the ground floor seminar room of KuBiZ Oberasbach, at Am Rathaus 8. Seats are limited, so be quick! Sign up today through the Adult Education Center to get your seat secured.
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For a deeper dive into Eberhard Schellenberger and his groundbreaking book, consult archives like the Stasi Records Agency (BStU) or peruse literary reviews in pursuit of uncovering thought-provoking insights and reviews about this seminal work.
What about politics and general-news will you find at Eberhard Schellenberg's talk? You may discover in-depth discussions and insights about life in the GDR, the surveillance state, and the role of press freedom in preserving democratic values.
